LIMITED COMPANY VS PRIVATE OWNERSHIP – WHAT IS BEST? Mainly due to changes in mortgage tax relief there has been a huge increase in applications for landlords setting up limited companies. Landlords have quickly seen the advantage of the tax benefits for limited companies. The number of buy-to-let mortgages issued to companies has likewise risen. […]
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May
May
(Small business guides – written by Xero software) Accountants do more than you think. They can give you strategic advice and come up with clever ways to save money or boost revenue. They’ll also remove or automate administrative tasks that distract you from your core business. Get an accountant and you’ll run your business with […]
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May
May
For both new business and those that have a long trading history, an accountant can sometimes be an untapped resource. Whilst dealing with matters of taxation and understanding the processes surrounding this will be squarely under the care of your accountant, there are many areas where their involvement can be invaluable. 1. TAX PLANNING From […]
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May
May
Currently R&D reliefs are available under two schemes and to a certain degree there is some overlap: SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZED ENTERPRISES (SME) R&D RELIEF You can claim SME R&D relief if you are a SME with: less than 500 staff a turnover of under 100 million euros or a balance sheet total under 86 […]
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May
May
The Coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly been one of the most significant catalysts for economic shake up since the 2008 financial crisis. Most of us remember financial markets around the world taking a remarkable plunge in March 2020 when lockdowns in Europe were announced and the FTSE 100 index in the UK was no exception. As […]
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May
May
To help with tax planning for the 2021/22 tax year we have put together a list of tax-saving tips and reminders about what allowances are available both for business and individuals. With the Chancellor looking to raid businesses to pay for the Covid-19 business support and furlough schemes there has never been a better time […]
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Mar
Mar
As the tax year comes to an end it is a convenient time to recap on Salary and Dividend strategy for a limited company director to keep your taxes within a tax bracket that you are happy with and reflects how much you earn and how much you pay in tax. What we will do […]
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Mar
Mar
UK government body has issued ten coronavirus related scams that we should be aware of and how to spot them. So far, since lockdown began, Action Fraud has logged reports from 2,378 victims across the United Kingdom who have lost a total of more than £7,000,000 to scammers. So be careful. There are a number […]
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Feb
Feb
THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SCHEME (CIS) VAT REVERSE CHARGE SCHEME The CIS VAT domestic reverse charge measure will apply to supplies of construction work from 1 March 2021. The measure was due to commence in October 2019 but has been delayed due to the pandemic. This new scheme has been brought in by HMRC to tackle […]
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Jan
Jan
You may be able to claim tax relief for additional household costs if you have to work at home on a regular basis, either for all or part of the week. This includes if you have to work from home because of coronavirus (COVID-19). You cannot claim tax relief if you choose to work from […]
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Dec
Dec
FISHING The UK becomes an independent coastal state and can control access to its waters and fishing grounds. EU boats will continue to have access to fish in UK waters for five and a half years. After that period the UK and EU will regularly negotiate on access to each other’s waters. 25% of the […]
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Dec
Dec
MAKING TAX DIGITAL – VAT Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT was launched in April 2019. All VAT registered businesses above the VAT threshold (£85,000) are now recording and reporting their VAT affairs digitally to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) using approved MTD functional compatible software. Businesses with more complex VAT affairs have an extension […]
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Dec
Dec
Virtual Christmas parties will qualify for tax exemption. Still plenty of time to hold that party now or in the new-year. HMRC are allowing zoom parties with the same £150/person allowance. You will not have to report anything to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) or pay tax and National Insurance for zoom Christmas parties or […]
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Dec
Dec
It used to be just big businesses that offered apprenticeships but apprenticeships are now a credible option for many small businesses. It is an opportunity for youngsters who do not go to University or those that are unemployed to gain valuable skills for future career advancement. For small businesses it is a credible option to […]
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Dec
Dec
The furlough scheme has been extended until the end of April 2021 with the government continuing to contribute 80% towards wages – giving businesses and employees across the UK certainty into the New Year, the Chancellor announced on Wednesday. Certainty for millions of jobs and businesses as furlough scheme extended until the end of April […]
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Nov
Nov
Roger Gunning FCMA CGMA With the November budget looming and the Chancellor looking to raid businesses to pay for the Covid-19 business support and furlough schemes there has never been a better time to tax plan and try and save as much tax as you can. It’s going to get tough for small businesses so […]
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Nov
Nov
THE FACTS A self-invested personal pension (SIPP) is a form of personal private pension that holds your chosen investments until you retire. It is a type of personal pension and works in a similar way to a standard pension but with the major difference that you choose the funds, investments, stocks that you wish to […]
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Nov
Nov
As already widely reported the controversial reforms to off-payroll working rules will go ahead in April 2021. Several MPs including David Davis tabled an amendment to the Finance Bill to delay the bill until April 2023 but the motion was defeated back in July this year. There have been other calls from other groups for […]
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Sep
Sep
Prior to this new tax year 2020/21 UK residents making capital gains on UK residential sales had until the following 31st January to declare and pay any capital gains tax (CGT) due. Prior to this new tax year 2020/21 UK residents making capital gains on UK residential sales had until the following 31st January to […]
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Sep
Sep
Below we will set out the salient points of Rishi Sunak’s what he calls his “Winter Economy Plan” to protect jobs as the UK and the rest of the world continue to fight the Covid-19 pandemic. The Chancellor unveiled the measures yesterday September 24th. The PM has also warned that the latest Covid-19 restrictions could […]
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Sep
Sep
Young people aged 16-24 who are on universal credit will be offered a six-month work placement with wages paid by the government. Young people aged 16-24 who are on universal credit will be offered a six-month work placement with wages paid by the government. Young people taking part in the scheme will receive on-the-job training, skills […]
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Sep
Sep
HMRC are inviting self-employed individuals or members of a partnership who have been adversely affected by the pandemic (Coronavirus-19) to claim a second grant HMRC are inviting self-employed individuals or members of a partnership who have been adversely affected by the pandemic (Coronavirus-19) to claim a second grant referred to as the; self-employed income support […]
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Sep
Sep
IR35 EMPLOYMENT VERSUS CONTRACTING In this article we will detail some tips on how to stay outside IR35 but it is also worth reviewing the benefits of permanent employment versus contracting. You may read the statement from Contractor websites that “To stay outside IR35 is crucial for the financial health of contractors”. That statement is […]
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Sep
Sep
It is worth a recap on this subject as the rules can be confusing. Employees and employers alike can get very confused about the rules on what they can claim and what they can’t claim. So let’s review the rules for claiming mileage allowance on business travel for both privately owned and company owned vehicles. […]
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Jun
Jun
Up until the tax year 2016/2017 Landlords have been able to offset 100% of mortgage interest paid against rental income. This is being phased out and replaced by a 20% tax credit allowance. So landlords at the start of the 2020/2021 tax year will no longer qualify for relief on mortgage interest. Instead they will […]
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Mar
Mar
The scheme announced by the chancellor will provide grants to self-employed individuals or partnerships who are negatively impacted by COVID-19. The grants are worth 80% of profits but up to a cap of £2,500. To be eligible for the scheme you must meet all the criteria below: You must be self-employed or a member of […]
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Mar
Mar
VAT Deferral main points HMRC Defers Valued Added Tax (VAT) payments for 3 months. All VAT-registered UK businesses are eligible. The deferral will only apply for the period from 20 March 2020 until 30 June 2020. This will mean the deferral of one quarter’s VAT due on either the 7 April, 7 May or 7 […]