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Are you ready for tax season – or are scammers ready for you? 

As the 31 January 2025 Self-Assessment deadline looms, how confident are you in spotting a tax scam?   Fraudsters thrive during tax season, capitalising on deadlines and pressure to lure unsuspecting...
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Moving your business from startup to scale-up 

How do you know when your startup is ready to scale?  Perhaps you have survived the test of early-stage challenges, refining your product, navigating cash flow, and building your team.  ...
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Reward your team with tax-free Christmas perks – A guide to employee Christmas gifts 

The festive season offers the perfect opportunity to show your appreciation for your employees.   With careful planning, you can provide tax-free Christmas bonuses, gifts, and parties while staying within HM...
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What new HMRC fuel rates mean for your business 

The latest advisory fuel rates from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) come into effect on 1 December 2024, bringing changes to how businesses reimburse employees for company car travel.   With...
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Real-time benefit in kind reporting – What HMRC’s changes mean for your business 

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is set to overhaul benefit in kind (BiK) reporting, introducing real-time obligations from April 2026.   This change will demand updates to payroll systems and processes...
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Should you sell your business before the 2026 tax changes? 

The Autumn Budget has clarified many tax planning areas, with one change set to challenge many family-run businesses.   From April 2026, companies valued over £1 million will lose the Inheritance...
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A compliance reminder in light of HMRC interest rate adjustments 

Have you ever considered how a simple change in the Bank of England’s base rate can ripple through your tax responsibilities?   With the recent reduction to 4.75 per cent, HM...
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What landlords need to know about HMRC’s Let Property Campaign 

As a landlord, keeping up with tax responsibilities can sometimes be overwhelming, especially if you are managing multiple properties or dealing with income from overseas rentals.   Fortunately, HM Revenue &...
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Affordable ways to invest in team development this Career Development Month 

Career Development Month is the perfect opportunity to focus on nurturing your team’s growth without draining your budget.   Professional development does not need to come with a high price tag.  ...
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Double cab pickups to face higher tax as Government announces reclassification 

In a detail overshadowed by major Budget headlines, a recent announcement brings tax implications for businesses with double cab pickups.   Starting from April 2025, these vehicles, previously benefiting from commercial...
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