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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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Late payments still threaten small business cash flow

Late payments still threaten small business cash flow

Late payments remains one of the biggest challenges facing small businesses across the UK. Even companies that are profitable on paper can find themselves under financial pressure if customers fail to

Claiming tax relief on business insurance

Claiming tax relief on business insurance

If you are self-employed, you may be able to claim tax relief on certain business insurance costs as an allowable expense. This means the cost can be deducted when calculating your taxable profits,

Are you using the best VAT scheme for your business?

Are you using the best VAT scheme for your business?

Small businesses have several VAT schemes available that can simplify VAT administration and may help with cash flow. However, as a business grows or its circumstances change, it is important to

Is HMRC holding money that belongs to you?

Is HMRC holding money that belongs to you?

It is important to know if HMRC is holding money that belongs to you. For example, if you have paid too much tax to HMRC, you may be able to claim a tax refund (also known as a tax rebate).

Advising HMRC of change in circumstances

Advising HMRC of change in circumstances

If your personal details or circumstances change, you may need to tell HMRC as this could affect your tax position or entitlement to certain benefits.

You should notify HMRC if you get married or

Self-Employed – Are your business records in order?

Self Employed Are your business records in order?

As a self-employed individual, whether a sole trader or partner, you must keep accurate records of your business income and expenses to back up your self-assessment tax return. You should also keep

Does your business need to register as an employer?

Does your business need to register as an employer?

If you are starting to employ staff or engaging subcontractors for construction work, you will generally need to register as an employer with HMRC. This obligation extends even to individuals who are

Don’t let discrimination lead to resignation or risk facing career compensation

Don’t let discrimination lead to resignation or risk facing career compensation

A recent ruling has cleared the path to uncapped financial compensation following a forced resignation. A longstanding social worker had complaints raised over her work by an interim service manager.

Could new VAT rules change how you sell online?

Could new VAT rules change how you sell online?

The Government has launched a consultation on proposals that could significantly change the way VAT is collected on goods sold through online marketplaces. Although the changes are not yet law, they

Has a pay rise quietly increased your tax bill?

Has a pay rise quietly increased your tax bill?

Many employees and business owners have welcomed higher earnings over the past few years. However, for a growing number of taxpayers, a larger salary does not necessarily mean significantly more money

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