Business mileage with your own vehicle
Understanding the nuances of tax relief for using your personal vehicle for work can lead to significant savings. By familiarising yourself with HMRC's approved mileage rates you
E-invoicing consultation
HMRC together with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) have launched a new consultation on e-invoicing to encourage its broader adoption among UK businesses and government
Claiming tax relief for job expenses
Employees working from home may be eligible to claim a tax deduction for certain job-related expenses. If your employer does not cover these costs or allowances, you have the
Probate waiting times halved
The Ministry of Justice (MOJ), together with HM Courts & Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and the Minister for Courts and Legal Services, has announced significant improvements in
Is your extra income taxable?
HMRC has launched a new "Help for Hustlers" campaign to help people who are earning extra income, figure out if they need to pay tax on the additional earnings. The
Should you incorporate your business?
Deciding whether to incorporate your business in the UK involves evaluating several key factors:
Limited Liability Protection
Incorporating as a limited company creates a
Exploring National Insurance Credits
Even if you have never been employed, you might have been eligible for NI credits without realising it. For example, if you have been a carer for a sick or disabled person for more
CIS monthly returns obligations
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requires contractors to deduct tax from subcontractor payments and file monthly returns with HMRC. Even if no payments are made, nil returns
Check or update company car tax details
If you use a company car for private travel, it's taxed as a Benefit in Kind (BIK). The tax rate depends on the car’s list price and CO2 emissions—low-emission vehicles get
Jointly owned property – no partnership
Tax on rental income from jointly owned property depends on ownership shares, unless part of a partnership. Married couples default to a 50/50 split unless they notify HMRC of a
Tax when transferring assets during divorce proceedings
Separation and divorce can create tax implications, particularly Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on asset transfers. New rules from April 2023 extend the ‘no gain/no loss’ period, helping
Cut in interest rates
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on 5 February and in a 7-2 vote decided to reduce interest rates by 25 basis points to 4.5%. The two remaining members