Beware false business rates warnings
The 2023 Revaluation updates business property rateable values, based on April 2021 valuations. While challenges...
Claiming VAT on pre-registration purchases
Businesses can reclaim VAT on pre-registration expenses if they relate to taxable supplies made after...
Dealing with company unpaid debts
Unpaid debts can put a limited company at risk of a winding-up petition, potentially leading...
Rolling over capital gains
Business Asset Rollover Relief allows you to defer Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when reinvesting proceeds...
Investing in new equipment for your business?
Making a significant investment in new equipment can be a transformative step for a business...
Debt Management Plan
Navigating financial challenges can be daunting, but understanding the tools available can make a significant...
Tax return for deceased person
Inheritance Tax (IHT) impacts estates over £325,000, with rates of 40% on death and 20%...
Payrolling employee benefits
Employers can voluntarily register to report and account for tax on certain benefits and expenses...
Tax-exempt employee loans
Beneficial loans, where employees benefit from cheap or interest-free loans from their employer, can trigger...
Online information about a company
A significant amount of online information about companies is available to the public on the...
Selling online and paying tax
Selling online? Whether it’s a hobby or a business, you may need to pay tax...
Penalties for late filing of tax returns
HMRC reports over 63,000 taxpayers filed their returns over the New Year, but 5.4 million...
Beware the legal minefield of the transferring of contractual undertakings
A recent case EAT 191] revealed the complexities of working under the Transfer of...
Roll-out of new digital markets regime
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated its new digital markets competition regime...
Ticket touts’ days are numbered
The UK government has unveiled a series of proposals aimed at curbing exploitative practices in...
Is your trade in goods or services a business
Selling goods or services? It’s vital to know if HMRC considers this a business. From...
Tax relief for zero emission cars and electric charge points
Great news for businesses! Tax relief on zero-emission cars and EV charge points has been...
Future increases in CGT on sale of a business
Planning to sell your business or shares? Capital Gains Tax rates for Business Asset Disposal...
What expenses can be claimed against rental income
Are you a landlord? Maximise your rental income by knowing which expenses you can claim...
Finding your National Insurance number
Misplaced your National Insurance number? Do not worry! From checking payslips to using the HMRC...
Last month to file 2023-24 tax return
The 31 January 2025 deadline for self-assessment tax returns is fast approaching. Avoid penalties and...
What to Expect from the Chancellor’s Spring Statement 2025
The Chancellor’s Spring Statement, scheduled for 26 March 2025, is expected to focus on navigating...
Perseverance is the key to sales success
The average number of touchpoints needed to secure a sale, or appointment generally falls between...
The UK economic outlook for 2025
The economic outlook for the UK in 2025 presents a mixed picture, with expectations of...
