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HMRC shares 5 common reasons for helpline calls

HMRC shares common reasons for helpline calls

There are a little over three months remaining to file your self-assessment tax return online for 2023-24. The deadline is 31 January 2025. As this date approaches, an increasing number of individuals

Recent speculation on forthcoming Budget

Recent speculation on forthcoming Budget

There is unlikely to be much to celebrate when Rachel Reeves delivers her first Budget on the 30th of October.

Speculation is rife regarding the likely targets for tax increases. We have listed a few

Managing business cashflow

Managing business cashflow

Cash Flow Forecasting

Creating a cash flow forecast helps you predict your inflows and outflows, allowing you to anticipate any cash shortages. Update it regularly, be conservative in estimates, and

Deferring Class 1 NIC contributions

Deferring Class NIC contributions

Employees with more than one job may be eligible to defer or delay paying Class 1 National Insurance in certain situations. This deferment can be considered if any of the following apply:

You pay

Pension fund withdrawal options

Pension fund withdrawal options

Most personal pensions set a minimum age at which you can start withdrawing money, typically not before age 55. Some pension benefits can be taken tax-free. Generally, you can withdraw 25% of your

Who qualifies for Tax-Free Childcare?

Who qualifies for Tax Free Childcare?

The Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) scheme helps working families manage childcare costs by providing support through a wide network of registered providers, including childminders, breakfast and

Class 4 National Insurance payments

Class National Insurance payments

Self-employed individuals are usually required to pay Class 4 National Insurance contributions (NICs) if their annual profits exceed £12,570. For the 2024-25 tax year, Class 4 NIC rates are set at 6%

Payments on account for self-assessment

Payments on account for self assessment

Self-assessment taxpayers typically need to pay their Income Tax liabilities in three instalments each year. The first two payments on account are due by 31 January during the tax year and by the 31

Boosting your State Pension

Boosting your State Pension

HMRC has issued a new press release reminding readers of a limited-time opportunity to enhance their State Pension. Currently, there is an opportunity for affected individuals to address gaps in their

An outline of the Employment Rights Bill

An outline of the Employment Rights Bill

Legislation has been introduced in Parliament to upgrade UK workers’ rights.

The legislation is wide ranging with the intention of tackling poor working conditions and benefitting businesses. A

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