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Tax chores if managing a deceased person’s estate
When someone dies, their personal representative (executor or administrator) must value their estate to determine if Inheritance Tax (IHT) is
Tax on inherited private pension pots
Private pensions can be a great way to pass on wealth, but tax implications depend on the age of the
How umbrella companies work
Umbrella companies offer an easy way for freelancers and contractors to get paid without running a limited company. They handle
31 January deadline met by more than 11.5 million people
Over 11.5 million people met the 31 January 2025 self-assessment deadline, but 1.1 million taxpayers missed it. If you're one
When is a hobby a business
Not sure if your hobby is actually a taxable trade? HMRC uses ‘badges of trade’ to assess whether an activity
Small duty cuts on draught products from 1 February 2025
From 1 February 2025, alcohol duty on draught pints has been cut for the first time in a decade, saving
Tax Diary March/April 2025
1 March 2025 - Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 31 May 2024. 2 March 2025
Late Payment Support for Small Businesses – How to Protect Your Cash Flow
Cash flow is the backbone of any small business, yet late payments continue to be a major challenge for entrepreneurs
A Small Business Guide to Exporting and International Trade
Expanding into international markets can be a game-changer for UK small businesses, opening up new revenue streams and increasing business
Reminder of Employer’s NIC changes from April 25
From 6 April 2025, employers will face a 1.2% rise in National Insurance contributions, alongside a lower NICs threshold. However,
Reforms to taxation of non-doms from April 2025
From 6 April 2025, the remittance basis of taxation will be scrapped in favour of a residence-based system. A new
How to check your tax code
Your tax code determines how much tax is deducted from your pay. While 1257L is the most common, different letters