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Here you will find lots of useful information relating to HMRC guidelines and the latest in guidance.

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Inheritance Tax thresholds and the RNRB

Inheritance Tax thresholds and the RNRB

Inheritance Tax nil-rate bands remain frozen until April 2030. Learn how this affects estates, the residence nil-rate band, and planning opportunities to maximise tax-free inheritance for loved

Using the car fuel rates

Using the car fuel rates

Advisory fuel rates for company cars help employers and employees manage fuel costs without triggering tax liabilities. Learn how to use these rates to avoid tax, especially car fuel benefit

Advising HMRC of employees’ company car details

Advising HMRC of employees’ company car details

Ensure compliance with HMRC rules when providing company cars. From P46(Car) submissions to benefit reporting, learn what steps to take for private use and specific exemptions.

Here are the steps you

Capital Gains Tax – the new rates

Capital Gains Tax – the new rates

Capital Gains Tax rates have increased for disposals from 30 October 2024, with further changes ahead. Stay informed on the updated rates for assets, property, and reliefs to optimise your tax

Cash-basis default position for self-employed

Cash basis default position for self employed

The cash basis is now the default for self-employed income reporting. Learn about the key updates, opt-out options, and how this simplified method can ease your self-assessment obligations with

Tax Diary February/March 2025

Tax Diary February/March

1 February 2025 – Due date for Corporation Tax payable for the year ended 30 April 2024.

19 February 2025 – PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 February 2025. (If you pay your tax

VAT Reverse Charge in Construction: What You Need to Know

VAT Reverse Charge in Construction: What You Need to Know

Navigating VAT in the construction industry can feel like untangling scaffolding. Enter the VAT reverse charge—special rules that mean sub-contractors no longer charge VAT on services but

The Substantial Shareholdings Exemption

The Substantial Shareholdings Exemption

For companies selling shares, the Substantial Shareholdings Exemption (SSE) can mean significant tax relief. Introduced in 2002 and simplified in 2017, this exemption allows qualifying gains on share

When can you recover VAT on a car purchase

When can you recover VAT on a car purchase

Reclaiming VAT on company cars isn’t as simple as it sounds. Generally, businesses can’t recover VAT unless the car is used exclusively for business purposes. But there are exceptions—like

New online tax tools for the self-employed

New online tax tools for the self employed

Navigating tax obligations can be daunting for small business owners and sole traders. To make life easier, HMRC has introduced new interactive tools, including a Sole Trader Setup Guide and VAT

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