Starting or growing a small business often requires capital, but securing the right funding can be a challenge. Fortunately, there are various funding sources available to entrepreneurs, each with its own benefits and drawbacks.
Personal
When a trade ends, income doesn’t always stop. Post-cessation receipts can still arise, and knowing how they are taxed is crucial. Whether it’s Income Tax or Corporation Tax, the recipient—not necessarily the original trader—bears the
The UK’s shift to the Foreign Income and Gains (FIG) regime from April 2025 changes how foreign income is taxed. If you are a UK resident, get ready to possibly pay UK Income Tax on all foreign earnings—no more non-dom remittance basis.
UK
With a £90,000 VAT registration threshold, many UK businesses might wonder whether to register voluntarily. Understanding how to balance output and input VAT can help optimise cash flow and avoid costly mistakes with HMRC.
The current VAT
If redundancy strikes, you could receive up to £30,000 tax-free. Whether it’s statutory or a more generous employer offer, understanding your entitlements and the latest caps on weekly pay can make a real difference to your finances.
There is a
From income tax to VAT, HMRC has specific time limits for issuing tax assessments. Depending on the circumstances—whether it’s standard, careless, offshore, or deliberate behaviour—these limits can stretch from 4 to 20 years.
HMRC’s time
Maximise your tax relief with the Structures and Buildings Allowances (SBA). If you have invested in new or renovated commercial structures, you could claim 3% relief annually—saving you money for the next 33 years!
The Structures and
Benchmarking financial results involves comparing a business’s financial performance against industry standards or competitors. This process offers numerous benefits, helping businesses identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for
The UK is making significant strides in promoting gender equality within its top companies. According to the latest FTSE Women Leaders Review, women now occupy nearly 43% of board positions across FTSE 350 companies, totalling 1,275 roles.
A complex celebrity case arose recently in which the First-tier Tax Tribunal (FTT) was asked to consider the application of the intermediaries’ legislation (IR35), otherwise known as off-payroll working, to payments made by Manchester United Football
HMRC together with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) have launched a new consultation on e-invoicing to encourage its broader adoption among UK businesses and government departments. The consultation will run for 12-weeks and aims to cut
Understanding the nuances of tax relief for using your personal vehicle for work can lead to significant savings. By familiarising yourself with HMRC’s approved mileage rates you can ensure you are adequately reimbursed and compliant with current
HMRC has launched a new "Help for Hustlers" campaign to help people who are earning extra income, figure out if they need to pay tax on the additional earnings. The campaign runs until the end of March and focuses on five key areas where
Employees working from home may be eligible to claim a tax deduction for certain job-related expenses. If your employer does not cover these costs or allowances, you have the option to claim tax relief directly from HMRC.
You may qualify for tax
The Ministry of Justice (MOJ), together with HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and the Minister for Courts and Legal Services, has announced significant improvements in probate waiting times. Probate is a legal process through which a
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