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Pensions & Retirement

Making pension contributions before 6 April 2024

As the end of the tax year approaches, it is prudent to review your pension contributions for the year and…

19 Feb 2024 Read article

Corporation Tax

Extracting further profits in 2023/24

As the end of the tax year approaches, it is prudent for those operating their business as a personal or…

16 Feb 2024 Read article

HMRC Updates

HMRC’s use of artificial intelligence – How AI is assessing the risk of tax evasion by businesses

We are increasingly hearing more and more about artificial intelligence (AI) and how its use can change our way of…

12 Feb 2024 Read article

IR35 & Contractors

8 Essential Accounting Tips for Independent Contractors

The accounting field is rapidly evolving alongside technology. Contractors today operate in a digital-first business environment that demands new skills…

12 Feb 2024 Read article

IR35 & Contractors

Working for an umbrella company – Be aware of the risks

Recruitment agencies often use umbrella companies to pay temporary workers. HMRC confirms that there is no statutory definition of an…

9 Feb 2024 Read article

Business Finance

Pre-trading expenses – Be aware of the rules

People set up in business for a variety of reasons. For some it is a dream that becomes a reality…

5 Feb 2024 Read article

Property & Landlord Tax

Using a period of grace election for furnished holiday lettings

The cost of living crisis has impacted on people’s ability to take holidays and short breaks. If you are a…

31 Jan 2024 Read article

Making Tax Digital

Making Tax Digital for landlords

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) is introduced from 6 April 2026 From the outset,…

27 Jan 2024 Read article

Property & Landlord Tax

Making use of the property allowance

It is possible to enjoy tax-free income from property, even if you have already used up your personal allowance. This…

24 Jan 2024 Read article

Capital Gains Tax

Capital gains tax year-end planning

No one wants to pay more tax than they need to and, where possible, disposals should be timed to ensure…

22 Jan 2024 Read article

Self Assessment & Income Tax

Have you used your 2023/24 dividend allowance?

As we move into the final months of the 2023/24 tax year, it is time to give some thought to…

19 Jan 2024 Read article

Self Assessment & Income Tax

Cash basis extended

If you are running an unincorporated business, either as a sole trader or as a partnership comprising only partners who…

17 Jan 2024 Read article

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