NIC advantages of part-time workers
Employers looking to take on new staff may wish to consider employing two or more part-time workers rather than one full-time worker. This can save
July 13, 2023
Self Assessment Tax Returns
Struggling to Pay Your Tax Bill? A Guide to HMRC Self Assessment Payments
Receiving a Self Assessment tax bill can be stressful, especially when you do not have enough money available to pay it in full. Perhaps your
October 11, 2026
P800 Tax Calculation
How to Check Your P800 Tax Calculation?
Receiving a letter from HMRC saying you have either overpaid or underpaid tax can be confusing, especially when you thought your PAYE tax was already
October 8, 2026
Bad Tax Advice
How to Tell If Tax Advice Is Wrong or Misleading
Tax advice is everywhere online. From social media videos promising “easy tax savings” to posts claiming you can reduce your tax bill with a simple
October 5, 2026
Tax Refund
How Long Do You Have to Claim a Tax Refund?
Finding out that you’ve paid too much tax is always good news. But getting that money back isn’t always as straightforward as you might expect.
September 30, 2026
Income Tax Self Assessment
More Timely Payment of Income Tax Self Assessment: What Could Change?
For many Self Assessment taxpayers, the biggest tax bill of the year arrives months after the income was actually earned. That could change from April
September 21, 2026
Incorporation Relief
Moving to a Limited Company? Remember Incorporation Relief
Moving from a sole trader business to a limited company can be an important step for a business owner. But when a business and its
September 17, 2026
Corporation Tax Returns
Late Corporation Tax Returns: Penalties, Interest and Deadlines
A company has two important Corporation Tax deadlines to keep in mind: the deadline for paying Corporation Tax and the deadline for filing the Company
September 13, 2026
Limited Company
10 Common Expenses Your UK Limited Company May Be Able to Claim
Running a limited company comes with many costs, from accounting and software to travel, marketing and office expenses. But an expense being paid by your
September 9, 2026
Limited Company
Want to Start a Limited Company in the UK? Here’s What to Do
Starting a business is exciting, but deciding how to structure it can feel like a completely different story. If you’re planning to start or grow
August 22, 2026
Phoenix Companies
How HMRC Is Tackling Phoenix Companies and Tax Avoidance
In November 2025, the UK government announced a joint strategy involving HMRC, the Insolvency Service, and Companies House to tackle contrived insolvencies and the growing
August 19, 2026
Company Bike Scheme
Company Bike Scheme Explained: Tax Benefits for Limited Companies
Heavy traffic, rising transport costs and growing environmental concerns have encouraged many people to swap four wheels for two. Cycling can often be a faster
August 15, 2026
Side Hustle
When Does a Side Hustle Need to Be Reported to HMRC?
The rise of the digital economy has created countless opportunities for people to earn extra income outside their main jobs. Whether you’re selling products on
August 13, 2026
National Insurance
Ways to Reduce Employer National Insurance Contributions in 2026
Employer’s Class 1 National Insurance (NICs) can represent a significant employment cost. For the 2026/27 tax year, the standard employer Class 1 NIC rate is
August 12, 2026
Mileage Allowance
Are Your Mileage Payments Tax-Free? Here’s What You Need to Know?
If you use your own vehicle for work, your employer may reimburse you for your business travel through Approved Mileage Allowance Payments (AMAP). These payments
August 4, 2026
Let Property Campaign
What Is the Let Property Campaign (LPC)? A Complete Guide for UK Landlords
Discover how the HMRC Let Property Campaign (LPC) helps UK landlords disclose undeclared rental income, reduce penalties, and bring their tax affairs up to date.
July 23, 2026
National Insurance Contributions
Can Voluntary National Insurance Contributions Increase Your State Pension?
Your National Insurance (NI) record plays an important role in determining your entitlement to the UK State Pension and certain contribution-based state benefits. If you
July 22, 2026
HMRC Simple Assessment
What Is an HMRC Simple Assessment? Everything You Need to Know
If you’ve recently received a letter from HMRC headed “Simple Assessment”, you’re not alone. More taxpayers are receiving these letters as HMRC expands its use
July 14, 2026
VAT Invoice
When an Incomplete VAT Invoice Is Issued: Can You Still Reclaim VAT?
For VAT-registered businesses, recovering VAT on eligible business expenses is an important part of managing costs and maintaining healthy cash flow. To support these claims,
July 13, 2026
Self Assessment after bankruptcy
What Happens to Your UTR After Bankruptcy in the UK?
If you’ve been made bankrupt, your Self Assessment responsibilities may change. One of the most important changes is how you use your Unique Taxpayer Reference
July 11, 2026
Hmrc Scam Letters
Is That Really HMRC? How to Spot Genuine HMRC Communications
Tax scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with fraudsters often impersonating HMRC through phone calls, emails, text messages, letters, and even QR codes. These HMRC scams
July 10, 2026