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Checking your tax code

Checking your tax code

Your tax code determines how much income tax is deducted from your pay. Learn how to check your code, what each letter and number means, and when to review it. ...more

General

September 30, 20251 min read

Paying sufficient salary to get a qualifying year for state pension purposes

Paying sufficient salary to get a qualifying year for state pension purposes

Directors can secure a qualifying year for state pension by paying the right salary. Here’s how much you need to pay in 2025/26 and the tax/National Insurance implications. ...more

General

September 29, 20251 min read

The powers of HMRC's debt collection department

The powers of HMRC's debt collection department

HMRC is strengthening its debt collection powers with more staff, new tech, and direct recovery measures. Here’s what taxpayers and directors need to know about how debts are chased. ...more

Entrepreneur

September 24, 20251 min read

Major repairs to a let property – What is deductible?

Major repairs to a let property – What is deductible?

Not all property repair costs are tax-deductible. Landlords must distinguish between revenue repairs and capital improvements to claim the right relief and avoid HMRC challenges. ...more

Property

September 23, 20251 min read

Information that must be included on a VAT invoice

Information that must be included on a VAT invoice

VAT invoices must include specific details to comply with HMRC rules. From invoice numbers to VAT rates, keeping accurate records ensures compliance and smooth reclaiming. ...more

General

September 22, 20251 min read

VAT reclaim – When things don't go to plan

VAT reclaim – When things don't go to plan

VAT isn’t always straightforward. The payback and clawback rules ensure input tax claims reflect actual use. Businesses may need to adjust, repay, or reclaim VAT if intentions change. ...more

Entrepreneur

September 17, 20251 min read

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