Latest News
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New online VAT registration tool
A new online tool has been launched to help businesses understand the impact of being VAT registered. What’s the full story?
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Form P1000 now available digitally
Dealing with a deceased person's tax affairs can be drawn out, partly due to the authorisation process. However, a recent change should help simplify things. What’s the full story?
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P11D filing deadline looming
The deadline for employers to file P11D forms for 2023/24 is 6 July. You need to be aware of a crucial change this year. Why should you check the position even if you've already made the submission?
Newsletters
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Help with childcare for working parents
As a working parent you probably struggle to balance the needs of your job with those of your children, especially during the long summer holiday. This also poses a problem for employers. How can government childcare schemes help?
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Is there a better option than the scale charge?
HMRC announced revised CO2 emission scale charge rates for private road fuel from 1 May 2024. But is there an alternative way of accounting for VAT on the private fuel used for your business vehicles?
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Tax and NI planning for multiple directorships
You’re a shareholder and director of three companies. You currently take a low salary from each company topped up with dividends. But is this really the most tax-efficient option?
Monthly Focus
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MONTHLY FOCUS: USEFUL VAT SCHEMES FOR BUILDERS
VAT reporting can be an administrative headache, especially for smaller businesses. However, there are a number of schemes that can help to simplify things. In this Monthly Focus, we look at these in the context of businesses in the construction industry.
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MONTHLY FOCUS: PROVIDING TAX-FREE BENEFITS TO EMPLOYEES
Providing benefits that are exempt from income tax is a great way to reward employees in a tax-efficient way. Which benefits qualify for tax-free treatment?
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MONTHLY FOCUS: SECONDARY INCOMES
In 2023 it was revealed that HMRC would enjoy new data-sharing information from online selling platforms from 1 January 2024, including eBay, Etsy, etc. This led to media speculation that innocent people selling second-hand items would soon be hearing from a tax inspector. In this monthly focus, we look at the tax consequences of starting a small trade, or taking a second job.
Practical Guides
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Practical guide: P11D filing for 2023/24
You are preparing to file your company's P11D forms for the last tax year. What should you keep in mind, and why might a change in how you report taxable benefits be advantageous?
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Practical guide: capital allowances for commercial property
Your company is about to purchase a factory and then extend the building afterwards. What capital allowances will be available, and how will claiming them impact the future capital gains position of the property?
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Practical guide: are you ready for the cash basis by default?
Following a consultation, the cash basis is being simplified and will become the default basis of accounts preparation for unincorporated business from 6 April 2024. What are the implications of this decision for your business?
Tools & Calculators
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Income tax calculator
The introduction of special tax allowances, rates and rate bands which interact differently depending on your level and type of income has made the calculation of income tax liability far from straightforward. Our calculator can be used to work out your income tax liability, and can be used where you receive any combination of earnings, savings income, dividends and most other types of income. It will also calculate any adjustment required to finance costs relating to letting income.
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VAT flat rate scheme tool
HMRC offers a simplified scheme for small businesses to work out and account for VAT. This can offer a financial and administrative advantage.
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Company car capital contribution calculator
A company car is taxed according to its list price. This can be reduced if you make a capital contribution towards the purchase of the car. This calculator shows you how much tax could be saved.
Tax Documents
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Alternative ways to challenge HMRC
After several months of trying to get your point across to HMRC you’re getting nowhere. Might a formal review help resolve the issue and how do you go about applying for one?
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Director's or employee's loan account record
Director’s loan account record A taxable benefit in kind may arise where a director is provided with a loan, either interest free or at a rate of interest below HMRC’s official rate (3% for 2016/17). Use this document to calculate what, if anything, you need to declare to HMRC. Make a note Where a cheap rate or interest-free loan is no more than
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Dividend waiver
A dividend waiver is a document produced by a sharelder to show that they have given up (waived) their right to one or more dividends that they would otherwise be entitled to. A waiver can be used in income tax and inheritance tax planning but it must be made as a deed or HMRC will not accept its validity.
Tax Rates
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