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HICBC: A Guide for Separated Families

8th January 25

During separation, one financial aspect that often goes overlooked is the High-Income Child Benefit Charge ...

Wishing You All A Very Merry Christmas

18th December 24

With most of us finishing for the holidays this week, I thought I'd join the festivities and let you have some tax trivia ...

HMRC Taking A Good Look At Savvy Online Sellers

11th December 24

HMRC's new data sharing initiative has been met with mixed reactions from online sellers ...

A Strategic Approach to Cost Management Using Salary Sacrifice

4th December 24

The increase in employers' national insurance contributions means it is crucial to explore salary sacrifice ...

Double Cab PickUps Are Still Vans And Not Cars!

27th November 24

Double cab pickups have long been a popular choice for many businesses, especially in farming and construction ...

HMRC: Timely compliance is crucial for landlords

20th November 24

In a recent advisory, HMRC emphasised the importance of compliance for landlords with unpaid tax ...

The Perils Of Gifting Cash To Your Children

13th November 24

Gifting cash for a property purchase is a common way parents support their offspring in securing a home ...

Navigating the complexities of changing CGT rates

6th November 24

The changes in CGT rates, as announced in Labour's first Budget, demand attention from business owners ...

R&D Tax Relief: Common Pitfalls And How To Avoid Them

30th October 24

The RandD tax relief scheme encourages innovation and supports businesses that undertake qualifying activities ...

How A Bathroom Access Issue Cost £64k In MDR

23rd October 24

The case of Shine Business Limited serves as a cautionary tale for those seeking Multiple Dwellings Relief ...

A Closer Look At Possible National Insurance Changes

16th October 24

Significant discussions have emerged around a potential hike in employers' National Insurance contributions ...

Address Any Missing National Insurance Contributions Soon!

9th October 24

Individuals have just six months to address any missing NI contributions that affect their State Pension ...

Anticipating Increasing Employee Costs In The Budget

2nd October 24

As the upcoming Budget approaches, attention is shifting towards the potential impacts on employee costs ...

Could You Be Eligible for a State Pension Increase?

25th September 24

Did you know that you may be entitled to a state pension increase? This increase is available for carers ...

High Earners in the UK May Need To File A Tax Return

18th September 24

HMRC is writing to high earners querying whether they need to submit a tax return for the 2021/22 tax year ...

EIS and VCT Extension Has Been Confirmed

11th September 24

The government has confirmed that the EIS and VCT schemes have been extended until 2035 ...

More Families Facing Shocking Inheritance Tax Bills

4th September 24

Inheritance tax is often overlooked until it becomes a reality, and an increasing number of families face shocking bills ...

Top Tips To Beat The Dividend Tax Trap

28th August 24

The dividend tax allowance in the UK has been steadily decreasing over the past few years, with the current allowance standing at a mere £500 ...

The Student Loan Threshold Is Frozen Until 2027

21st August 24

The frozen student loan threshold has been a hot topic among university students and their families ...

HMRC Cracks Down on Crypto Tax Evasion

14th August 24

Cryptocurrency has seen a massive surge in popularity in recent years, with more and more people investing ...

Furnished Holiday Lets in UK Face Tax Hike From April 2025

7th August 24

From April 2025, income and gains from Furnished Holiday Lets will be treated as regular property income ...

PSAs: The Gift That Keeps on Giving for Employers

31st July 24

PSAs are a valuable tool for employers who want to reward their employees without incurring tax and NI liabilities ...

Understanding the Benefits of Patent Box

24th July 24

As a business owner, navigating the complex world of taxes can be a really daunting task ...

The Ins and Outs of Employing Young People

17th July 24

The first thing to consider when employing young people is their age. The legal working age in the UK is 16 ...

Now Labour Are In Government What Tax Rises Are Coming?

10th July 24

It has been widely reported that new chancellor Rachel Reeves will be looking at taxation to manage public debt ...

HMRC Warn Of CGT Penalties for One-Off Transactions

3rd July 24

As a UK taxpayer, you may be aware of the potential changes to Capital Gains Tax rates that have been making headlines ...

Thousands of Pensioners May Be Eligible for DWP Refund

26th June 24

If you claimed child benefits between 1978 and 2000, you may have been underpaid your state pension ...

VAT On Holiday Lets And Serviced Accommodation

19th June 24

With many businesses, once your income heads above andpound;90000 you have to register for and pay VAT every quarter ...

Are Hybrid Working Expenses Tax Deductible?

12th June 24

With the rise of hybrid working, many UK professionals have found themselves at home for a large portion of their week ...

Election 2024: Potential Tax Changes Coming Within 100 Days

5th June 24

With the General Election 2024 scheduled for the 4th of July, the political landscape in the UK looks likely to change ...

Child Benefit for 16-Year-Olds In Further Education

29th May 24

As children reach the age of 16, they may choose to continue with further education after they've sat their GCSEs ...

ERS: What Are Employment Related Securities?

22nd May 24

Employment-Related Securities (ERS) are a type of financial instrument that can have an impact on your limited company ...

How Reduced CGT Allowance Puts Crypto Investors At Risk

8th May 24

If you are a crypto investor in the UK, you need to be aware of the tax implications of your investments ...

Understanding Self-Assessment Late Filing Penalties

1st May 24

Self-assessment tax returns are a way for individuals in the UK to report their income and pay the right amount of tax ...

Working From Home And Commuting

24th April 24

If you are one of the many people in the UK who are working from home, you may wonder about tax on commuting ...

Essential Tax Tips: How to Grow Your Pension

17th April 24

As a retiree, you may have noticed that your state pension has increased to £11,502. This may seem like good news ...

P11D: Focus On Staff Entertaining

10th April 24

Accountants are noticing an increasing number of enquiries from HMRC about the amounts spent on entertaining staff ...

Maximising Your Tax Savings as an Airbnb Host

3rd April 24

Congratulations on becoming an Airbnb host! However, along with the excitement of hosting guests, come the taxes ...

The Future of Furnished Holiday Lets in the UK

27th March 24

The Chancellor announced in the Budget that he was scrapping the beneficial furnished holiday let rules ...

ATED: Annual Tax On Enveloped Dwellings Deadline

20th March 24

Are you due to submit your Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) soon? You may need to even with no tax due ...

New Cap On High Income Child Benefit Charge

13th March 24

The High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) has been a controversial topic since its introduction in 2013 ...

Changes To Research And Development Tax Relief

6th March 24

The UK's Research And Development tax relief scheme has been a powerful growth catalyst for businesses ...

HMRC Targets The Unrepresented in Basis Period Reform

28th February 24

The UK tax system is complex and ever-changing, and in 2024, HMRC will introduce Basis Period Reform ...

The Rise In Inheritance Tax Penalties

14th February 24

As the cost of living rises, the tax burden weighs on the minds of many. Inheritance Tax is now a cause for concern ...

The Government Is Facing Pressure To Scrap HICBC

7th February 24

You may have heard about the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) and the controversy behind it ...

Should You Set Up A Trust Or Family Investment Company?

31st January 24

If you're estate planning right now, you could be considering a Family Investment Company over a Family Trust ...

Do You Need To Make A Voluntary Disclosure To HMRC?

24th January 24

With the introduction of new computer systems, it is increasingly difficult to keep things hidden from HMRC ...

Builder Wins Private Residence Relief Case Against HMRC

17th January 24

Disputes between taxpayers and HMRC are not uncommon. A recent case has caught the attention of many ...

Claiming Child Benefit in the UK Just Got Easier

10th January 24

As a new parent, you may have heard about Child Benefit, but do you really know what it is and how to claim it?

Director Loans And Breathing Space Under S455

3rd January 24

As a director, you may have taken a loan from your company for personal use, but are you aware of the tax implications?

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