by Jon Davies | Aug 9, 2026 | Accounting, Business, Taxes, VAT, Web Event
Reserve your place here Most business owners want to pay less tax. There is nothing wrong with that. The important bit is doing it properly. That means claiming the reliefs HMRC intended you to claim, planning before key deadlines, and avoiding the temptation to put...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 28, 2026 | Accounting, Business
For many business owners, borrowing money from their company can seem like an easy and tax-efficient solution. After all, why pay bank interest rates when you can simply take money from your own business? But director’s loans can quickly become far more expensive than...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 25, 2026 | Accounting, Business, VAT
VAT might seem straightforward on the surface, but for many small businesses, it’s one of the easiest areas to get wrong. From late registration to incorrect VAT treatment and missed deadlines, small compliance mistakes can quickly lead to: Unexpected VAT bills...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 20, 2026 | Property, Taxes
The tax rules for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs) changed significantly from 6 April 2025. For many landlords, this means the way rental income is reported — and the tax relief available — will now look very different. If you own a holiday let alongside other rental...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 18, 2026 | Property, Taxes
When buying property in England or Northern Ireland, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) can add a significant extra cost to the purchase. But what many buyers don’t realise is that some properties qualify for the lower non-residential SDLT rates — even if there’s a...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 10, 2026 | Accounting, Business, Finance, Taxes
When it comes to Self-Assessment tax returns, many people leave everything until January. But waiting until the last minute can create unnecessary stress, increase the risk of mistakes and leave you scrambling to find money for an unexpected tax bill. The deadline for...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 1, 2026 | Accounting, Business, Employment, Taxes
If you’re a UK business owner with employees, there’s a valuable tax relief you might be missing out on. The Employment Allowance allows eligible employers to reduce their employer National Insurance bill by up to £10,500 for the 2026/27 tax year. For many small...
