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When it comes to pensions, it is of paramount importance to Re-DOC on time!

When it comes to pensions, it is of paramount importance to Re-DOC on time!

A tribunal recently ruled on the failure of a private limited company, El Recruitment Ltd., to submit its Re-DOC before the statutory deadline as required under the 'Employer Duties' of the

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Tax Diary January/February 2025

Tax Diary January/February 2025

1 January 2025 - Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 31 March 2024 19 January 2025 - PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 January 2025. (If you pay your tax

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Approaching the VAT registration threshold

Approaching the VAT registration threshold

When approaching the VAT registration threshold there are important matters to consider. The VAT registration threshold is the point at which businesses must register for VAT with HMRC. A

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Landlords with undeclared Income

Landlords with undeclared Income

The Let Property Campaign provides landlords who have undeclared income from residential property lettings in the UK or abroad with an opportunity to regularise their affairs by disclosing

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Seven year rule still applies – IHT PETs

Seven year rule still applies – IHT PETs

There are specific rules regarding the liability to Inheritance Tax (IHT) on gifts made during a person's lifetime. In most cases, gifts made during a person’s life are not taxed at the time

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Gifts of land and buildings to charities

Gifts of land and buildings to charities

There are special rules in place for taxpayers who make gifts of land and buildings to charity. This can include Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) relief provided all the necessary

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Changes to CGT Investors’ Relief

Changes to CGT Investors’ Relief

The rate of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) for Investors’ Relief will rise from 10% to 14% for disposals made on or after 6 April 2025. It will then increase further to 18% for disposals made on or

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How Council Tax is calculated

How Council Tax is calculated

To calculate your Council Tax, you need to know the following: The valuation band of your property in England, Wales, or Scotland The amount your local council charges for that

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What does EBITDA stand for?

What does EBITDA stand for?

EBITDA stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation. It's a widely used financial metric that provides a measure of a company's operating performance, excluding

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What are your concerns?

What are your concerns?

According to the Office for National Statistics as of October 2024, the primary concerns among individuals in the UK are: National Health Service (NHS): 85% of adults identified the NHS

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Making Tax Digital – the next step

Making Tax Digital – the next step

The mandatory rollout of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is set to begin in April 2026. MTD for ITSA will bring substantial changes to how businesses, self-employed individuals, and

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Applying for business start-up loans

Applying for business start-up loans

Securing funding for a new startup is one of the most critical steps in ensuring the success of a business venture. However, obtaining financing can often be challenging. For instance,

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Changes to rates of tax on carried interest

Changes to rates of tax on carried interest

The 18% and 28% Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rates currently applied to carried interest gains remain unchanged for the current tax year. This charge applies to individuals who provide investment

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Close company anti-avoidance measure

Close company anti-avoidance measure

As part of the Autumn 2024 Budget measures, the government introduced new anti-avoidance provisions to prevent the abuse of the existing close company anti-avoidance rule. The measure will

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What is a discretionary trust?

What is a discretionary trust?

A trust is an obligation that binds a trustee, an individual or a company, to deal with assets such as land, money and shares and which form part of the trust. The person who places assets

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Car and van fuel benefit charges from 6 April 2025

Car and van fuel benefit charges from 6 April 2025

The vehicle benefit charges for 2024-25 were announced at Autumn Budget 2024. The government will introduce legislation by statutory instrument in December 2024 to ensure the changes are

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Bolt ruling seals the case against sham contracts

Bolt ruling seals the case against sham contracts

Despite an appeal, the Courts recently found against Bolt in relation to their attempts to evade the statutory entitlements of their drivers to a minimum wage and holiday pay. The ruling

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Subscription scams

Subscription scams

New proposals to crack down on subscription traps, have been unveiled by the Department for Business and Trade as the government launches a consultation on measures to make it easier for

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What is an acceptable pensions income?

What is an acceptable pensions income?

Determining an acceptable level of pension income for retirement depends on individual circumstances, including lifestyle expectations, health, and financial commitments. However, several

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HMRC promotes its app

HMRC promotes its app

HMRC has been busy promoting the benefits of using its app. A new advertising campaign launched by HMRC is targeted at 18 to 34 year olds and showcases how the app can help them with their

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How to claim a tax refund

How to claim a tax refund

If you believe you have overpaid tax to HMRC, you can typically claim a tax refund for the excess amount. The process for making a claim varies depending on factors such as whether you

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Limits on Income Tax reliefs

Limits on Income Tax reliefs

The limit on Income Tax reliefs has applied since 6 April 2013. This measure was the first time a limitation to existing reliefs had been introduced. The cap is set at the greater of 25% of

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Tax changes for Furnished Holiday Lets property owners

Tax changes for Furnished Holiday Lets property owners

The current tax benefits for the letting of properties as short-term holiday lets (known as Furnished Holiday Lets - FHL) is to be abolished from April 2025. The changes will take effect on

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An overview of salary sacrifice arrangements

An overview of salary sacrifice arrangements

A salary sacrifice arrangement involves an agreement by an employee to lower their cash salary in exchange for non-cash benefits. Importantly, this reduction must not bring their earnings

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