Why 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?
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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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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Time to tick off your financial ‘to-do’ list once and for all
Oscar Fairchild is committed to supporting small business growth. Keep up to date through our #AskOscar campaign for bookkeeping & accountancy news, insights, resources, advice and more.
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Tax incentives for assisting Ukrainian refugees
The Russia-Ukraine conflict has displaced millions of people. The government has now announced details of a tax-exempt scheme aimed at those who wish to offer accommodation to refugees. What’s the full story?
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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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Special Rules for Directors’ NI Contributions
Special rules apply to directors’ NI contributions. Normally they go unnoticed, but in a year that has been many directors cut their salary this might result in too much NI being paid.
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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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Self-employed vs Limited Company: which way is best for my business?
Starting out in business your first question is likely to be what is the best way for me to do it, and should I be a self-employed sole trader set up a new limited company?
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Self Assessment: Plan early for your tax bill
We talk self-assessments. And, how early bird planning in April can help you budget for the coming tax year, predict cash flow and work out how much you have to invest back into your business.
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Redwood Clarke becomes Oscar Fairchild
According to AAT, four in five small business owners lose an average of £15,000 a year due to poor financial management. We show you how to take back control…
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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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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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NI rates hiked – how much more will you pay?
Boris Johnson announced that NI and dividend tax rates will be hiked to help fund social care, pay for coronavirus support measures and clear the NHS backlog. Who will be affected and by how much?
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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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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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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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Make 2020 your best year yet…with five financial routines to power-up growth
Chartered accountant Susan Jackson Cousin shares practical, flexible business advice to help owners and management teams take a pragmatic approach to 2020 planning.
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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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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?
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Key HMRC Deadlines for small business owners
Print & Pin Guide: Avoid late filing and late payment penalties, fines & interest on late payment
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IR35 in the Headlines
With IR35 hitting the headlines again. We take a closer look at two of the most high profile IR35 cases, and highlight the key learnings SMEs can take away.
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Interest rate rise – the HMRC implications
Interest rates are at their highest level since 2009. What is the full story and what does this mean for payments due to HMRC?
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How to get your business VAT Return ready and HMRC compliant
The key to remaining stress free and avoiding ‘VAT sweats’ is to start with some simple VAT return best practice. Luckily we’re here to show you how…
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