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Advising HMRC of change in circumstances

Advising HMRC of change in circumstances

If your personal details or circumstances change, you may need to tell HMRC as this could affect your tax position or entitlement to certain benefits. You should notify HMRC if you get married or form a civil partnership, or if you divorce, separate or stop living...
Claiming tax relief on business insurance

Claiming tax relief on business insurance

If you are self-employed, you may be able to claim tax relief on certain business insurance costs as an allowable expense. This means the cost can be deducted when calculating your taxable profits, reducing the amount of tax you may need to pay. The insurance must...
Salaried members of LLPs

Salaried members of LLPs

Members of a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) are normally treated as self-employed for tax purposes. However, special rules can apply where a member's terms of membership are more akin to the terms of an employee than a partner in a traditional partnership....
Landlord tax and National Insurance considerations

Landlord tax and National Insurance considerations

When renting out property, landlords may have both Income Tax and National Insurance considerations to consider. However, rental income is generally taxable. For individuals, the first £1,000 of rental income is tax-free under the property allowance. Where...
Meaning of trade for tax purposes

Meaning of trade for tax purposes

The meaning of trade for tax purposes, often referred to as HMRC’s “badges of trade” test helps determine whether an activity is a genuine business or simply a personal hobby. While the test is not definitive, it provides important guidance on how...
Tax and property when you separate or divorce

Tax and property when you separate or divorce

When a couple separates or divorces, most attention focuses on the emotional and practical aspects. However, it is important to consider the tax implications of transferring assets, as these can have significant financial consequences if not managed carefully. It is...