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Employing family members in your business
Many small business owners turn to family members when looking to fill roles in their team. It can seem like a natural choice, offering trust, loyalty, and a shared sense of
Read MoreThe value of retaining profits to support cash flow and growth
For small businesses and growing companies alike, one of the most reliable sources of funding is often the profits they generate. While it can be tempting to extract earnings in
Read MoreTaxation of entertainment expenses
Many business gifts and hospitality costs are not tax-deductible under current rules.
Entertainment expenses including providing hospitality and business gifts are common, but the
Read MoreEstate valuation for IHT purposes
Before probate begins, you must estimate the estate’s value to see if Inheritance Tax applies. This includes valuing the deceased person’s money, property and belongings in order
Read MoreFound objects and Capital Gains Tax
Items discovered lying on land or buried in the soil, such as antiques or historical objects, are treated as chattels for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) purposes. This remains true even
Read MoreNew self-assessment services announced by HMRC
New digital services have been launched that aim to make filing and managing tax returns quicker and less stressful.
These improvements are part of HMRC’s Transformation Roadmap,
Read MoreShared home ownership
Shared home ownership offers a more accessible route to owning a home for those who cannot afford the full deposit or mortgage on a property that suits their needs. Under this
Read MoreMaking Tax Digital – important deadline dates
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) will become mandatory in phases from April 2026. If you are self-employed or a landlord earning over £50,000 you need to be prepared
Read MoreRed tape eased for new cafes and bars
Communities and town centres across the UK are about to get a serious boost. The Government has unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at slashing red tape so new cafés, bars,
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