Like many other taxes, inheritance tax (IHT) allowances have been frozen over the last few years. This means that more people are now paying IHT. Recent data from HMRC has revealed that IHT collected between April 2022 and February 2023 totalled £6.4bn, this is £900m higher than the same period last year. So, what can you […]
Category Archives: Tax Tips
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Apr
Apr
In the Chancellor’s Spring 2023 Budget , Jeremy Hunt confirmed changes to the two Research and Development (R&D) schemes currently in operation. These changes came into effect from 1 April 2023 and are being brought in to help tackle a significant amount of fraud being perpetrated through the R&D schemes, particularly the scheme for SME’s. […]
Capital Allowances, capital gains tax, HM Revenue & Customs, P11d, Payroll, Tax Tips
Getting ready for end of tax year
29
Mar
Mar
We are almost in April and that means one thing, end of the current tax year is approaching. So how can you be getting ready for the end of the tax year? There are a few things to consider over the coming week as the last day of the current tax year is 5th April […]
20
Mar
Mar
After presenting a Budget-in-all-but name with the Autumn Statement, the Spring Budget was delivered against the backdrop of a day of widespread industrial action. The run-up to the event appeared deliberately downplayed, save for a late flurry of leaks highlighting a focus on childcare at one end of the scale and pensions at the other. […]
15
Mar
Mar
Earlier today (15th March 2023) the Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt delivered his first budget. However, he was presenting his second set piece following the Autumn Statement last year amid big expectations. So, here’s the brief overview of the main parts following today’s announcements and how it can affect your business and your personally […]
08
Mar
Mar
This is a common question when thinking about completing your Tax Return. Can I do it myself or do I really need an Accountant to file a Tax Return. Well, the simple answer is it depends. It depends whether you have the time, whether your time would be better spent elsewhere, and how complex your […]
01
Mar
Mar
For some years now employers have been able to payroll benefits for their employees. The obvious question for you as an employer is should you payroll your employee benefits? What are the advantages and the draw backs of taking such a step? So, what are we talking about here? We are talking about employee […]
22
Feb
Feb
Have you been approached by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) asking for the repayment of Child Benefit? You may have received a letter from HMRC (The Child Benefit Office) saying that you’ve been overpaid, and they would like the money back. There’s an appeal process in place if you feel that the facts in […]
HM Revenue & Customs, Tax Advice, Tax Planning, Tax Tips
Do you want to transfer the ownership of your investments to your spouse to save tax?
08
Feb
Feb
Have you been thinking that if you could just transfer some of your investment income to your spouse then you will have a lower tax liability? If so, you are not the only one. This is a common question when we prepare client’s tax returns. Having just completed the tax season and nearing the end […]
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Jan
Jan
January is normally when so many of us start looking at our holiday plans for the year ahead. What better way to spend those cold dark evenings. A few of us even dream of having a holiday place that we can call our own. And why not? A place of our own in a familiar […]