If you’re thinking about buying a business, entering a joint venture, or investing in another company, due diligence is your best friend. It isn’t about confirming that every number is 100% accurate. Instead, it’s about shining a light on what matters most – the risks, the red flags, and the deal breakers you might otherwise […]
Small Business Tax Guide 2025/26: How to Maximise Your Take-Home Pay Through Remuneration Planning
As a small business owner, ensuring you structure your income efficiently can make a significant difference in how much you take home after tax. The tax landscape for 2025/26 presents both opportunities and challenges, so understanding the key thresholds and tax rates is crucial for financial planning. The way you receive income, whether as a […]
HMRC Nudge Letters: What they are and how to respond
HMRC has been and will continue to increasing its use of ‘nudge letters’ to encourage taxpayers to check their tax affairs and correct any errors. If you receive one, it’s important to understand what it means and how to respond appropriately. What are HMRC nudge letters? Nudge letters are issued by HMRC when they believe […]
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: What You Need to Know
The government’s Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) initiative is expanding, affecting smaller businesses sooner than expected. If you’re self-employed or a landlord, these changes could impact how you manage your tax obligations. Here’s what you need to know and how to prepare. What is MTD for IT? MTD for IT is […]
Budget 2024 – Key takeaways
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Inheritance Tax (IHT) National Minimum Wage (NMW) Employers National Insurance Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) Private School Fees Tax Administration Business Taxes in general Corporate Tax Roadmap – The government has published a Corporate Tax Roadmap. The roadmap includes a commitment to cap the Corporation Tax Rate at 25%; maintain the […]
Did the Chancellor make you rethink your future?
With the news that the Government has increased Capital Gains Tax and changed the rate of Business Asset Disposal Reliefs from 6th April 2025, we expect to be having more conversations with clients who are considering a swift sale of their company. Chris Bond discusses what the best strategy is likely to be, for any business […]
Could this be the best few months to buy a business?
With the news that the Government has increased Capital Gains Tax from today and will reduce the benefit of Business Asset Disposals Relief from 6th April 2025, many business owners will be considering a swift sale of their company before the end of March 2025. Chris Bond discusses why companies should include acquisition as part […]
Tax Time – Dates for July 2024
1 July 2024 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 September 2023. 6 July 2024 – Complete and submit forms P11D return of benefits and expenses and P11D(b) return of Class 1A NICs. 19 July 2024 – Pay Class 1A NICs (by the 22 July 2024 if paid electronically). 19 […]
Tax Time – Dates for June 2024
1 June 2024 – Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 31 August 2023. 19 June 2024 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 June 2024. (If you pay your tax electronically the due date is 22 June 2024). 19 June 2024 – Filing deadline for the CIS300 monthly […]