Tax-free redundancy payments

If redundancy strikes, you could receive up to £30,000 tax-free. Whether it’s statutory or a...

The benefits of benchmarking financial results

Benchmarking financial results involves comparing a business’s financial performance against industry standards or competitors. This...

Women in leadership roles

The UK is making significant strides in promoting gender equality within its top companies. According...

Self-employment cannot be used as a tax smokescreen for contracted employees

A complex celebrity case arose recently in which the First-tier Tax Tribunal (FTT) was asked...

Gifts exempt from Inheritance Tax

Navigating the intricacies of Inheritance Tax (IHT) can be daunting, but understanding the available gift...

Business mileage with your own vehicle

Understanding the nuances of tax relief for using your personal vehicle for work can lead...

E-invoicing consultation

HMRC together with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) have launched a new consultation...

Claiming tax relief for job expenses

Employees working from home may be eligible to claim a tax deduction for certain job-related...

Probate waiting times halved

The Ministry of Justice (MOJ), together with HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and the...

Is your extra income taxable?

HMRC has launched a new "Help for Hustlers" campaign to help people who are earning...

Should you incorporate your business?

Deciding whether to incorporate your business in the UK involves evaluating several key factors: Limited Liability...

Exploring National Insurance Credits

Even if you have never been employed, you might have been eligible for NI credits...

CIS monthly returns obligations

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requires contractors to deduct tax from subcontractor payments and file...

Check or update company car tax details

If you use a company car for private travel, it's taxed as a Benefit in...

Jointly owned property – no partnership

Tax on rental income from jointly owned property depends on ownership shares, unless part of...

Tax when transferring assets during divorce proceedings

Separation and divorce can create tax implications, particularly Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on asset transfers...

Cut in interest rates

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on 5 February and in a...

Health services exempt from VAT

Health professionals providing medical services may be exempt from VAT if their work falls within...

How to Check the Creditworthiness of New Customers

Before extending credit to new customers, it’s essential to assess their financial reliability. Checking their...

How to Stop Future Payments on Your Debit or Credit Card

Stopping future payments from being made on your debit or credit card is crucial for...

Not all hurt feelings are uncapped & costly

The Employment Appeal Tribunal slashed a £10,000 award for injury to feeling by 80% after...

Tax chores if managing a deceased person’s estate

When someone dies, their personal representative (executor or administrator) must value their estate to determine...

Tax on inherited private pension pots

Private pensions can be a great way to pass on wealth, but tax implications depend...

How umbrella companies work

Umbrella companies offer an easy way for freelancers and contractors to get paid without running...