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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Unqualified Staff: The Ultimate Financial Management Blind Spot
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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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 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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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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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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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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Payroll: For Growing Business
We look at the impact payroll systems on business growth. Considering the potential to increase efficiency, assure compliance, avoid damaging tax penalties, and improve employee 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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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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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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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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Late payment: avoid the traps hitting UK freelancers and micro businesses
FreeAgent reports that 47 per cent of invoices sent by UK freelancers and micro businesses last year were paid late. Our top tips help make sure you’re paid on time.
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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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Improve your business cash flow
To smooth out the peaks and troughs of your business’ cash flow you need to manage it smartly and set yourself on the right track by following our top tactics.
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How to manage credit control and make sure invoices are paid on time
Attention to detail and persistence are the keys to managing credit control and making sure your invoices are paid with the minimum of aggravation and delay. We share some simple tips to help your business speed cash flow.
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