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Tax chores if managing a deceased person’s estate
When someone dies, their personal representative (executor or administrator) must value their estate to determine if Inheritance Tax (IHT) is ...
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Tax on inherited private pension pots
Private pensions can be a great way to pass on wealth, but tax implications depend on the age of the ...
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How umbrella companies work
Umbrella companies offer an easy way for freelancers and contractors to get paid without running a limited company. They handle ...
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31 January deadline met by more than 11.5 million people
Over 11.5 million people met the 31 January 2025 self-assessment deadline, but 1.1 million taxpayers missed it. If you're one ...
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When is a hobby a business
Not sure if your hobby is actually a taxable trade? HMRC uses ‘badges of trade’ to assess whether an activity ...
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Small duty cuts on draft products from 1 February 2025
From 1 February 2025, alcohol duty on draught pints has been cut for the first time in a decade, saving ...
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Tax Diary March/April 2025
1 March 2025 - Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 31 May 2024. 2 March 2025 ...
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Late Payment Support for Small Businesses – How to Protect Your Cash Flow
Cash flow is the backbone of any small business, yet late payments continue to be a major challenge for entrepreneurs ...
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A Small Business Guide to Exporting and International Trade
Expanding into international markets can be a game-changer for UK small businesses, opening up new revenue streams and increasing business ...
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Hear from CAPC/TAG Mortgages
2024 was a cracking year for CAPC and TAG Commercial Mortgages, after a slow start in 2024 we finished the ...
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Reminder of Employer’s NIC changes from April 25
From 6 April 2025, employers will face a 1.2% rise in National Insurance contributions, alongside a lower NICs threshold. However, ...
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Reforms to taxation of non-doms from April 2025
From 6 April 2025, the remittance basis of taxation will be scrapped in favour of a residence-based system. A new ...
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How to check your tax code
Your tax code determines how much tax is deducted from your pay. While 1257L is the most common, different letters ...
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Who needs to register for an EORI number
If you are moving goods across borders, an EORI number may be essential for customs clearance. Whether trading with the ...
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Self-employed must report profits on tax year basis
Big changes are here for the self-employed! From 2024-25, profits must align with the tax year, replacing the old "current ...
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Student and postgraduate loan thresholds and rates
From 6 April 2025, new thresholds for student loan repayments will take effect, impacting borrowers across the UK. Whether you're ...
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It is not always possible to mend fences – Reinstatement is not always a practicable option where there is a breakdown in employment relations
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) upheld claims of constructive dismissal and disability discrimination against Whyte & Mackay Limited (W&ML) in ...
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Understanding the UK’s Bank Deposit Guarantee Scheme
The UK government offers a robust safety net for savers through the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). This scheme is ...
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