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Claiming your Self-Assessment tax refund without the helpline
In response to a spike in suspicious activity, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has paused its phone and webchat services for Self-Assessment repayment requests. It is a protective measure, but...
Is your foreign income on HMRC’s radar? Here is how to take control before they do
If you have income or assets held abroad that have not been declared to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), you may face tax liabilities in the UK. The Worldwide Disclosure...
How strong right to work processes safeguard your business
Since last year’s change in legislation, the stakes for missing a right to work check have increased sharply. Employers who fail to get it right now face fines of up...
Free HMRC Company Tax Return portal to shut – What businesses must do before March 2026
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has confirmed it will permanently close its free online filing service for Company Tax Returns and accounts from 31 March 2026. If your business currently...
Missed a tax deadline? Here’s what it might cost you
Tax deadlines can sneak up on even the most organised business owners, but if you are late filing or paying, the resulting penalties handed out by HM Revenue & Customs...
In times of economic confusion, nearshoring might be the answer
Ongoing trade wars, tariffs, and tense negotiations have created unprecedented levels of economic unrest and uncertainty. With no clear plan or messaging, it has been hard to offer advice on...
Get your response heard before the open consultation on reforms to APR and BPR comes to an end
Some of the more notable changes outlined in the Autumn Budget were those centred on the reduction of Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) under Inheritance Tax...
Why BADR is prompting business owners to rethink the timing of MBOs
There’s been a quiet but noticeable increase in interest around management buyouts (MBOs) in recent months. Not because the idea has changed. MBOs remain a natural option for succession, but...
Hidden costs? How US tariffs may quietly affect your financial future
The introduction of broad tariffs by President Trump has unsettled global financial markets, leading to sharp falls in major indices. While it may appear to be an issue largely concerning...
A discretionary trust does not have to stop your home from qualifying for the residence nil rate band
If you are worried that you may be culpable for more Inheritance Tax (IHT) than you feel you should be paying, then it may be time to rethink your financial...
