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Tax updates & analysis.
Technical commentary on the issues affecting owner managed businesses, property investors and professional intermediaries.
Claim Back VAT on New Builds & Conversions.
potentially saving thousands. Many homeowners and self-builders don’t realise that HMRC’s DIY House builder Scheme allows VAT refunds on eligible materials. What’s Covered? What’s Not Covered? How to…
Read more →R&D Tax Credit – What you should know!
R&D tax relief isn’t just about doing research. It’s about claiming the right kind of costs—and knowing what qualifies is half the battle. From April 2023, HMRC has…
Read more →Companies House & HMRC to End Joint Filing
The joint online filing service for company accounts and tax returns will close on 31 March 2026. Businesses will need to adjust their filing processes to stay compliant.…
Read more →Electric Car BIK – What is changing?
Electric cars won’t stay tax-efficient forever. From April 2025, the BiK tax rate on EVs will start rising—affecting both cost planning and payroll reporting and just a year…
Read more →Private Schools: Can You Reclaim VAT?
correct invoicing and fee structures. Mistakes in bundling fees, handling deposits, and contract wording could lead to unexpected VAT liabilities. Getting it wrong could mean financial losses or…
Read more →Private Schools: Are You Charging VAT Correctly?
incorrect invoicing and fee structures. Mistakes in bundling fees, handling deposits, and contract wording could lead to unexpected VAT liabilities. Getting it wrong could mean financial losses or…
Read more →Major IHT Rule Changes – What You Need to Know
From 6 April 2025, domicile status will no longer determine Inheritance Tax (IHT) liability. Instead, tax will be based on long-term UK residence, affecting how wealth and assets…
Read more →HMRC Tax Changes in April – What Businesses Need to Know
Several major HMRC tax changes are coming into effect from April, impacting businesses across the UK. Employers face higher payroll costs, tax reliefs are shifting, and vehicle classifications…
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