Pension lump sum rules hit hard
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 12, 2024If you have recently taken a tax-free pension lump sum and wish to return it, HMRC has confirmed that you may face penalties.
Online sellers – tax rules explained
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 9, 2024Some online sellers have been worrying about changes to rules that require online platforms to share their data. We look at what’s happening.
Changes to the Employment Allowance explained
Posted by Mark Ingle on December 5, 2024In the Autumn 2024 Budget, the Chancellor announced significant changes to the Employment Allowance. We explain what they mean for you.
‘eBay Tax’ – the tax rules for selling online
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 5, 2024If you sell items online you may be liable for the so-called ‘eBay Tax’. We take a closer look at the tax rules for online selling.
Late self-assessment? Beware the tax return ‘super penalty’
Posted by Karen Jones on December 3, 2024Late self-assessment penalties can soon get expensive. But did you know HMRC has the power to impose a 200% ‘super penalty’ in some cases?
HMRC releases new guidance on ‘Managed Service Companies’
Posted by Karen Jones on December 3, 2024HMRC has issued new guidance on Managed Service Companies. It’s important that you don’t use these structures as you will face penalties.
Hire an accountant – and boost revenue by 11.5%!
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on November 28, 2024New research has found that, if you hire an accountant, your SME will boost revenue by an average of 11.5% – yet over 20% of firms don’t!
Company car tax rates to rise
Posted by Karen Jones on November 25, 2024In her Autumn 2024 Budget, the chancellor announced hikes to company car tax rates. Hybrid vehicles will attract the biggest increases.
Inheritance Tax investigations net HMRC record sums
Posted by Karen Jones on November 22, 2024HMRC is opening more Inheritance Tax investigations than ever – and raking in record sums. We take a look at why this is happening – and how.
Over 50,000 Lasting Power of Attorney applications rejected
Posted by Ian Henman on November 21, 2024During 2023 / 24, over 50,000 Lasting Power of Attorney applications were rejected. We look at common errors and how to avoid them.
