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Must the cash basis be used?

Must the cash basis be used?

The cash basis is now the default for many unincorporated UK businesses — but it isn’t always the best option. Find out who must use it, who’s excluded, and when choosing the accrual basis may be more... ...more

Entrepreneur

January 13, 20263 min read

Property companies and the effect of rise in dividend tax rates

Property companies and the effect of rise in dividend tax rates

While property companies avoid the new property tax rates, shareholders may still feel the impact. From April 2026, higher dividend tax rates will affect how profits are extracted from property compan... ...more

Property

January 13, 20262 min read

Changes to ISAs and the savings tax rate on the horizon

Changes to ISAs and the savings tax rate on the horizon

From April 2027, tax on savings income is set to rise and cash ISA limits will change. This article explains what the new rules mean for savers and why using ISA allowances wisely will matter more tha... ...more

General

January 07, 20263 min read

The future for invoices and receipts

The future for invoices and receipts

Receipts and invoices remain essential evidence for tax purposes. With HMRC increasing scrutiny and mandatory e-invoicing planned from 2029, businesses should prepare now for a fully digital approach ... ...more

Entrepreneur

January 06, 20263 min read

New property tax rates

New property tax rates

From April 2027, rental income will be taxed at new, higher property tax rates. This article explains what’s changing for unincorporated landlords, how allowances are affected, and what steps may help... ...more

Property

January 06, 20262 min read

What the hike in the dividend tax rate means for personal and family companies

What the hike in the dividend tax rate means for personal and family companies

Dividend tax rates are rising from April 2026, increasing the cost of extracting profits from personal and family companies. We explain what’s changing, who is affected, and practical steps to conside... ...more

General

January 06, 20262 min read

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