In December 2022, the plans for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment changed again, as the Government announced that instead, MTD ITSA would be introduced in mandatory phases from 6 April 2026, as opposed to 2024.
Category Archives: Tax
Understanding tax obligations for charities
Knowing your charity’s obligations to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is important, as you will have different requirements to standard businesses.
Capital Gains Tax for SMEs – Recent trends and compliance
Collections of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) reached a record £16.7 billion in the last tax year, a notable increase from the preceding year’s £14.3 billion.Continue reading
How businesses can navigate and avoid tax disputes with HMRC
Tax disputes can be a significant drain on resources for any business, and with recent data suggesting that over 60 per cent of businesses are currently embroiled in a tax dispute with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that has lasted more than a year, this is clearly a widespread issue.
Beneficiaries could see inherited pensions taxed as new proposals by HMRC are published
Currently, if someone dies before the age of 75, their pension can be drawn out by beneficiaries’ tax-free, as it is exempt from Inheritance Tax and Income Tax if it is under the Lifetime Allowance (LTA).
Research and Development Tax Relief Changes
The Government has recently updated some elements of the Research and Development (R&D) tax relief application process.
What expenses can limited companies and sole traders claim?
Whether you’re the owner of a limited company or a sole trader, it is important to understand the expenses you can claim and the tax savings that these expenses bring.
Exit strategies – What should you consider for when the time comes?
Exiting a business is a significant milestone for any entrepreneur or business owner.
Are you aware of the Government’s Marriage Allowance?
As of February 2023, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) estimated that over two million people are unaware of the Marriage Allowance tax relief which could save them up to £252 a year.
The importance for businesses of avoiding tax fraud
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently announced that it plans to boost its use of Code of Practice 9 (COP9), a legal mechanism used to handle suspected tax fraud cases.