If you’re a landlord in the UK right now, you’re probably feeling the squeeze from every direction. Between new legislation, rising compliance demands, slow‑moving mortgage rates, and more taxes on the horizon. Many landlords have sold their investments to cash in on returns and avoid the stress. However, the decision to sell can have immediate […]
Category Archives: Tax Planning
self employed, Tax Advice, Tax Planning, Tax Tips, Uncategorized
Why a Limited Company is Now Less Tax Efficient
11
Mar
Mar
Traditionally, the biggest tax benefit of running a limited company came from how you extracted income. You’d take a small salary and top it up with dividends, which were taxed at lower rates than income tax and didn’t attract National Insurance. But that landscape has shifted dramatically in recent years. Operating as a limited company […]
Payroll, Tax Planning
What the Employment Rights Act 2025 Means for Your Business: The April 2026 Changes Explained
04
Mar
Mar
If you’re running a small or medium-sized business right now, you don’t need anyone to tell you that things feel heavy. Between unpredictable economic conditions, continued global uncertainty, and the ripple effects of the conflict in the Middle East, employers are juggling more than ever. And just when you think you’ve caught your breath, along […]
Capital Allowances, HM Revenue & Customs, Personal Tax, Tax Advice, Tax Planning
Planning for the Tax Year End 2026
18
Feb
Feb
As the UK tax year draws to a close on 5 April 2026, now is the ideal moment for business owners, high-earners, property investors and families to review their finances and maximise available tax opportunities. The end of the tax year always brings a wave of activity, but with major changes landing in 2026, including […]
07
Jan
Jan
Happy New Year! We hope you had a restful and restorative festive season and indulged in a mince pie (or three). As we look ahead to 2026, we hope you’re ready to make plans, no matter what the year brings. While many aspects of life can be unpredictable, taxes are not. We already have a […]
27
Nov
Nov
Chancellor Rachel Reeves presented her highly anticipated second Budget to Parliament yesterday. After the 2024 tax measures, the government was hopeful that broad tax increases would not be necessary in 2025. However, due to ongoing economic challenges, despite a short-term growth upgrade from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), tax increases proved unavoidable. Let’s take […]
22
Oct
Oct
Since the recent overhaul of the Inheritance Tax (IHT) rules, many people in the UK are wondering if giving away their assets while they are still alive will reduce the final IHT bill. The answer is somewhat complicated. Apart from IHT, which is the tax you pay on death, there is another capital tax, Capital […]
HM Revenue & Customs, Personal Tax, Tax Advice, Tax Planning, Tax Tips
Are you ready for the IHT Overhaul?
03
Oct
Oct
It’s old news now that Rachel Reeves has long had her eyes on inheritance tax (IHT) as an area for reform. The announcements in the last Budget have sharpened the focus by removing reliefs for businesses, including farmers and bringing your pension savings into your Estate when you die. So, are you ready for the […]
Landlords, Personal Tax, Tax Planning, Tax Tips
Tax Tips for Landlords 2025 – Essential Guide to Saving Money and Staying Compliant
13
Aug
Aug
The 2025–26 tax year is a pivotal one for UK landlords. From a steeper Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) surcharge to the end of the Furnished Holiday Let (FHL) regime, plus the looming rollout of Making Tax Digital (MTD), the landscape has shifted significantly. What’s more, the Renters’ Rights Bill promises to bring a raft […]
Personal Tax, Tax Advice, Tax Planning, Tax Tips
Thinking of Leaving the UK? Here’s What You Need to Know About The Tax Implications
25
Jun
Jun
There’s been growing interest among some in leaving the UK in recent months, particularly among higher earners and internationally mobile individuals. Following the removal of the long-standing “non-domicile” tax rules in the Budget last Autumn, headlines have speculated that many are packing their bags, whether for tax reasons or not. If you are thinking of […]