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Is 2025 your year to incorporate? Here are our top tips

Nearly 900,000 companies were incorporated in 2024 – an 11.2 per cent increase compared to 2023. More entrepreneurs are recognising the benefits of limited companies. The advantages of limited companies include limited personal liability, mitigated taxation and greater exposure to investment opportunities. To help you start your journey towards limited company status, here are our […]

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What are the risks with directors’ loans?

A director’s loan is money taken out of a company by a director that is not a salary, dividend, expense reimbursement or money that has previously been paid into or loaned to the company. A record of money borrowed or paid into the company must be kept – usually known as a director’s loan account […]

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Sole traders – Is there a benefit to van ownership?

As a sole trader, it is only natural to look for opportunities to save money and maximise your earnings. One effective strategy is to consider buying a van, as sole traders can benefit from tax deductions on business-related expenses through Government reliefs like Capital Allowances. Why are Capital Allowances beneficial? Capital Allowances are the tax […]

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Confusion on savings interest – HMRC weighs in

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has clarified that if your earnings from interest exceed £10,000, tax may apply depending on the account type. This clarification came when a customer reached out to the tax authority on X to see if they needed to file a tax return after earning more than £2,000 in interest. HMRC […]

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HMRC’s bookkeeping shake-up: New rules for 2025 and beyond!

As the 2025/26 tax year approaches, it brings several significant changes to HM Revenue & Customs’ (HMRC’s) rules that will impact your business operations, financial reporting, and tax management. Here is a quick rundown of the new rules that are planned for 2025 and beyond: Basis period reform: Fully implemented by 2025, this reform changes […]

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Should you buy a double cab pickup before April?

If you are a sole trader or small business owner using a double cab pickup (DCPU) for your work, now is the time to consider your options. The Budget revealed a tax change for DCPUs that could have significant financial implications for both you and your business. Whether you are looking to expand your fleet […]

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Are you claiming the right office-based expenses?

Claiming allowable expenses when calculating taxable profit as a self-employed business owner is an important step in preparing your tax return. It will ensure you are not paying more tax than you need to and help mitigate some of the costs of running your business. If you work from an office or use one in […]

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