When do you pay Stamp Duty Land Tax?
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax that may apply when you buy land or property in England or Northern Ireland. It is important to check whether SDLT applies before completing a purchase, as the tax
Making the most of the £1,000 property allowance
The £1,000 property allowance is a helpful for individuals with small amounts of property income. The allowance provides a tax exemption of up to £1,000 a year against gross property income, meaning
Is your business eligible to use cash basis accounting?
Cash basis accounting is a simplified method used by sole traders and other unincorporated businesses to work out income and expenses for self-assessment in a straightforward manner.
The cash basis
Could you save tax by making a Deed of Variation?
After someone dies, the beneficiaries may find that the way an estate has been distributed does not reflect their wishes or the family’s circumstances. A Deed of Variation can allow beneficiaries to
Five practical ways to reduce business energy costs
Energy costs remain a significant overhead for many UK businesses. Although wholesale prices have eased from the exceptional highs seen in recent years, uncertainty in global energy markets means
Will your next finance application succeed?
Many successful businesses eventually reach a point where additional finance is needed. Whether the objective is purchasing equipment, expanding premises, recruiting staff or improving cash flow,
Records you should keep after submitting your tax return
After submitting your self-assessment return it is important to keep your records used to prepare the return. HMRC may ask to check your return, so it is important to keep the supporting documents and
Averaging profits if income fluctuates
Some self-employed individuals experience significant fluctuations in their profits from one year to the next. When this happens, HMRC’s averaging relief may help to regularise tax payments by
Claiming the correct tax relief for work mileage
Employees who use their own vehicle for business journeys may receive Mileage Allowance Payments (MAPs) from their employer. These payments can be made tax-free up to HMRC’s approved amount,
Tax relief if replacing tools or equipment
If you pay for replacing or repairing small tools you need for your job, you may be able to claim tax relief from HMRC. Eligible tools include items such as scissors, small hand tools and electric