Limited Company Expenses
As we emerge into the spring sunshine, many companies are now planning to go back to face-to-face dinners, golf and events. So, let’s have a quick refresher on what you can claim.
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Build-A-Group ‘Sizewell C Special’ Event
Join us on 26th May for ‘Build A Group – Sizewell C Supply Chain Special’ as we bring together construction firms from across Essex to talk about the project timeline and how to secure a slice of the action that’s profitable.
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COVID Tax Concession Update
The government introduced several easements in response to the coronavirus pandemic. These were temporary measures that are set to end on 5 April. What do employers need to know?
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Simple ways to reduce IHT bills
The National Insurance (NI) rates and thresholds are reviewed each year. HMRC has recently published the applicable amounts for the forthcoming 2022/23 year. What are the most important points for our clients to know?
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HMRC confirms NI rates for 2022/23
The National Insurance (NI) rates and thresholds are reviewed each year. HMRC has recently published the applicable amounts for the forthcoming 2022/23 year. What are the most important points for our clients to know?
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New guidance on property disposals
Anyone who has tax to pay on the disposal of a UK residential property must complete a special capital gains tax (CGT) return and make a payment within a short space of time.
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HMRC announces one month late filing reprieve
The standard deadline for individuals filing a tax return is 31 January. Failure to meet this deadline usually means a £100 automatic penalty applies, even if no tax is owed. Why will an HMRC announcement bring relief to those struggling due to the pandemic?
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Build-A-Group Business Event
In some situations married couples and civil partners can elect how they split their joint income for tax purposes. It’s a useful tax-planning tool, but the drawback is that once made an election can’t be revoked. Is there a way around this?
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Making your joint income tax efficient
In some situations married couples and civil partners can elect how they split their joint income for tax purposes. It’s a useful tax-planning tool, but the drawback is that once made an election can’t be revoked. Is there a way around this?
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Employee expenses procedure up to scratch?
Have you considered if your employee expenses procedure is up to scratch? Naturally, you want to keep costs as low as possible, and having a solid system in place to review employee expenditure claims should be part of that strategy.
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Latest advisory fuel rates now available
HMRC updates its advisory rates for business miles undertaken in company cars quarterly. The latest figures are now available – what impact has the recent rise in fuel costs had?
DetailsWhy outsource your CIS payroll?
If you work in the construction sector,
you’re probably already familiar with the
Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).
But why should you outsource your CIS payroll?
Tax Changes from 1 October
The furlough scheme ended on 30 September 2021 and several other temporary coronavirus measures, including for stamp duty land tax (SDLT), came to an end at the same time. What do you need to warn your clients about?
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Autumn Budget 2021: key facts
The Chancellor struck a very upbeat tone in the second Budget of 2021, increasing spending pledges significantly. But what were the key tax announcements?
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2021 Spring Budget: Clarity to Plan Ahead
Oscar Fairchild responds to Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s 2021 Spring Budget
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Postponed VAT accounting: practicalities
Postponed VAT accounting can help with cash flow, but what two key things must you do before you can use it?
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Trouble repaying The Bounce Back Loan
In this handy guide, we share the steps businesses can take if they’re worried they’ll struggle to repay the Government’s BBLS or CBILS financial support
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MTB Making Tax Digital
In this detailed guide, we look at the practical issues of MTD for businesses and business owners, especially those who are not used to keeping digital records or using bookkeeping or accounting software
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What help is available for small businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Coronavirus – COVID-19. We’ve put together this hub to help you navigate the constantly changing support available to businesses from the government
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Get Invoices Paid: Coronavirus Support
Construction Industry Scheme rebate fast track – with 50% off our usual fee to help support construction industry clients during these difficult times.
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54% of business owners ignore cash flow forecasting
With so many seasonal businesses feeling a cash flow squeeze, we share three immediate improvements that can be made to smooth financial management.
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Oscar Fairchild supports the Taxi Driver of the Year Charity Fund
Do you know whether your business is affected by the new Making Tax Digital rules? Find out everything you need to know in our handy guide to the new government plans…
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Making Tax Digital – our guide to help businesses get ready
Do you know whether your business is affected by the new Making Tax Digital rules? Find out everything you need to know in our handy guide to the new government plans…
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Research and development tax – are your innovations eligible?
Research and Development tax credits are not just tax relief for high-tech and pharmaceutical or engineering companies. Our handy guide explains if your company could be eligible.…
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