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Rolling over capital gains

Rolling over capital gains

Business Asset Rollover Relief allows you to defer Capital Gains Tax (CGT) when reinvesting proceeds from selling business assets. By rolling gains into the cost of new assets, tax is

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Dealing with company unpaid debts

Dealing with company unpaid debts

Unpaid debts can put a limited company at risk of a winding-up petition, potentially leading to liquidation. Creditors may act via court judgments or statutory demands, forcing companies to

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Claiming VAT on pre-registration purchases

Claiming VAT on pre-registration purchases

Businesses can reclaim VAT on pre-registration expenses if they relate to taxable supplies made after VAT registration. The rules differ for goods and services, with time limits of 4 years

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Beware false business rates warnings

Beware false business rates warnings

The 2023 Revaluation updates business property rateable values, based on April 2021 valuations. While challenges are open until March 2026, beware of false claims about earlier deadlines and

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Designating a property as your main residence

Designating a property as your main residence

Owning more than one property? You can claim Capital Gains Tax (CGT) relief on just one at a time. By formally electing your main residence within two years of property changes, you can

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How donations to charity can provide tax relief

How donations to charity can provide tax relief

Gift Aid transforms charitable donations by allowing charities and CASCs to claim 25p extra for every £1 given—at no additional cost to you. Higher and additional rate taxpayers can

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Debt Management Plan

Debt Management Plan

Navigating financial challenges can be daunting, but understanding the tools available can make a significant difference. One such tool is a Debt Management Plan (DMP), designed to help

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Investing in new equipment for your business?

Investing in new equipment for your business?

Making a significant investment in new equipment can be a transformative step for a business, improving efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. However, such a decision requires

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Penalties for late filing of tax returns

Penalties for late filing of tax returns

HMRC reports over 63,000 taxpayers filed their returns over the New Year, but 5.4 million still need to act before the looming 31 January 2025 deadline. File now to avoid penalties, pay your

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Selling online and paying tax

Selling online and paying tax

Selling online? Whether it’s a hobby or a business, you may need to pay tax if your earnings exceed £1,000. From services to content creation, it’s vital to understand self-assessment rules

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Online information about a company

Online information about a company

A significant amount of online information about companies is available to the public on the Companies House website. The information available through Companies House can be an important

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Tax-exempt employee loans

Tax-exempt employee loans

Beneficial loans, where employees benefit from cheap or interest-free loans from their employer, can trigger tax implications. However, certain exemptions, like loans under £10,000 or

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Payrolling employee benefits

Payrolling employee benefits

Employers can voluntarily register to report and account for tax on certain benefits and expenses via the RTI system before the start of the tax year. This process, known as payrolling,

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Tax return for deceased person

Tax return for deceased person

Inheritance Tax (IHT) impacts estates over £325,000, with rates of 40% on death and 20% on certain gifts. A 36% reduced rate applies if 10% of the estate is left to charity. Executors must

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Beware the legal minefield of the transferring of contractual undertakings

Beware the legal minefield of the transferring of contractual undertakings

A recent case [London United Busways Ltd. (LUB) v De Marchi and Abellio London [2024] EAT 191] revealed the complexities of working under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of

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Ticket touts’ days are numbered

Ticket touts’ days are numbered

The UK government has unveiled a series of proposals aimed at curbing exploitative practices in the ticket resale market, seeking to protect consumers from exorbitant prices and enhance

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Roll-out of new digital markets regime

Roll-out of new digital markets regime

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated its new digital markets competition regime, effective from January 1, 2025, following the Digital Markets, Competition and

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Last month to file 2023-24 tax return

Last month to file 2023-24 tax return

The 31 January 2025 deadline for self-assessment tax returns is fast approaching. Avoid penalties and last-minute stress by filing your return and paying any tax due promptly. Don’t forget,

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Finding your National Insurance number

Finding your National Insurance number

Misplaced your National Insurance number? Do not worry! From checking payslips to using the HMRC app, there are many ways to recover it. If all else fails, you can request it via post. Here

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What expenses can be claimed against rental income

What expenses can be claimed against rental income

Are you a landlord? Maximise your rental income by knowing which expenses you can claim to reduce your tax bill. From maintenance costs to Replacement of Domestic Item Relief, understanding

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Future increases in CGT on sale of a business

Future increases in CGT on sale of a business

Planning to sell your business or shares? Capital Gains Tax rates for Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) are set to rise from 10% to 14% on 6 April 2025, and to 18% from 6 April 2026.

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Tax relief for zero emission cars and electric charge points

Tax relief for zero emission cars and electric charge points

Great news for businesses! Tax relief on zero-emission cars and EV charge points has been extended until 2026. This move aligns with the UK’s ambitious Zero Emission Vehicle mandate, driving

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Is your trade in goods or services a business

Is your trade in goods or services a business

Selling goods or services? It’s vital to know if HMRC considers this a business. From regular sales to earning commissions, their rules on ‘trading’ impact your tax obligations. Here’s a

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Perseverance is the key to sales success

Perseverance is the key to sales success

The average number of touchpoints needed to secure a sale, or appointment generally falls between 7 and 12. However, this varies by industry, target audience, and product or service type.

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