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Registering for Self Assessment

Registering for Self Assessment

Need to file a Self Assessment tax return for 2024/25? Register with HMRC by 5 October 2025 to avoid penalties and get your UTR number in time to file before the 31 January 2026 deadline. ...more

General

October 31, 20251 min read

Spotting signs of umbrella company fraud

Spotting signs of umbrella company fraud

Umbrella company fraud is on the rise. Learn how to spot the red flags in your payslips, contracts, and salary payments to protect yourself from non-compliant schemes. ...more

General

October 30, 20251 min read

Lending from one company to another – Can interest be charged?

Lending from one company to another – Can interest be charged?

Thinking of lending money between companies? Discover when interest can be charged, how HMRC views connected company loans, and the tax implications to watch out for. ...more

Entrepreneur

October 29, 20253 min read

SDLT on dilapidated properties

SDLT on dilapidated properties

Thinking of claiming an SDLT refund because a property is “uninhabitable”? HMRC warns most claims will fail following a new Court of Appeal ruling. Here’s what to know. ...more

Property

October 28, 20250 min read

Time to Pay for Simple Assessment

Time to Pay for Simple Assessment

Received a Simple Assessment letter from HMRC? Check your details carefully and learn how to pay or spread the cost using the Time to Pay arrangement. ...more

General

October 27, 20251 min read

Company paying for fuel – A useful benefit?

Company paying for fuel – A useful benefit?

Having your company pay for fuel sounds great, but it might not always be tax-efficient. Learn how HMRC treats fuel benefits and how to avoid unnecessary tax charges. ...more

Entrepreneur

October 22, 20251 min read

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