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Year-end tax planning strategies for #SmallBusinessSaturday

As we approach the 31 January 2024 tax return deadline, it's crucial for sole traders, to be well-prepared and aware of your obligations. (more…)

How SMEs should prepare for and handle tax investigations

Between the 2020/21 and 2022/23 tax years, there was a 21 per cent rise in tax investigations into SMEs, highlighting the fact that HM Revenue…

How to use the new HMRC app for your tax returns

For small businesses navigating the Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA) initiative, tax returns can be complex. (more…)

Everything you should know before becoming a sole trader

Starting a freelance career marks a significant transition from traditional employment but it’s a decision that many are nervous to make. (more…)

How can the Marriage Allowance save you money?

There are many financial and legal benefits to being married or in a civil partnership, but one of the most overlooked reasons is the potential…

A look at the scalability of in-house vs outsourced accounting

As a business grows, its accounting needs become more complex and time-consuming. (more…)

Understanding loss carry-back claims

In the unpredictable world of business, it's not uncommon for companies to experience financial losses. (more…)

BOO-st your tax planning this Halloween

When it comes to tax planning, timing is everything. (more…)

100 days until the Self-Assessment deadline: Are you ready?

We are now only 100 days away from the Self-Assessment tax deadline on 31 January 2024. (more…)

The impact of Capital Gains Tax in estate planning

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is one of those terms that often elicits a groan from private clients, but understanding its intricacies can be incredibly beneficial…