Companies House blunder
A Companies House blunder has raised concerns after a flaw in the WebFiling service briefly exposed sensitive company data. The issue, identified on 13 March 2026, meant that a
Estimate your Income Tax for the current tax year
If you are concerned by the continuing pressures on your take-home pay and need some certainty on your Income Tax liability, the HMRC calculator available at
How long should you keep your tax records
Following the deadline for submission of self-assessment tax returns for the 2024-25 tax year, it is a useful time to revisit the rules on how long you should keep your tax
Tax on inherited property, money or shares
As a general rule, someone who inherits property, money or shares is not liable to pay tax on the inheritance itself. This is because any Inheritance Tax (IHT) due is normally paid
Tax if selling a second property
You may have to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT) tax when you sell or dispose of a property that is not your main home. This includes buy-to-let properties, business premises, land and
The Rent a Room Scheme
The Rent a Room Scheme is a set of special rules designed to help homeowners who rent out a room in their home, creating a potentially valuable tax-free income stream. Under the
What are dividends and how are they taxed
A dividend is a distribution of a company’s profits to its shareholders. Companies may pay dividends in cash or additional shares, giving investors a share of the business’s
When is a “self-employed” contractor a de facto employee?
The employment status of a former bricklayer was recently called into question in establishing liability for asbestos exposure. The widow of the late Mr. Eric Alger, who died from
Exit planning, an essential step for business owners
Many business owners spend years building their companies but give far less attention to planning how they will eventually exit. In reality, a successful exit rarely happens by
Business solvency, why it matters
Business solvency refers to a company’s ability to meet its financial obligations as they fall due and to maintain a healthy balance between its assets and liabilities. It is one
Tax Diary April/May 2026
1 April 2026 - Due date for corporation tax due for the year ended 30 June 2025.19 April 2026 - PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 April 2026 (If you pay your tax
Increase in company late filing penalties
After the end of its financial year, a private limited company must prepare full annual accounts and submit a company tax return. In most cases, the tax return must be filed within