Basis period reform – spreading rules for payment
If your business has transitional profits from basis period reform, spreading over five years may reduce the cash…
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Annual payroll reporting chores
There are a number of annual payroll reporting issues that employers are required to complete. With the tax year…
Saving tax using the Marriage Allowance
If one partner earns under £12,570, you could transfer part of their unused personal allowance and cut your…
Corporation Tax 19% or 25%?
If your company profits sit between £50,000 and £250,000, marginal relief can soften the jump from 19% to…
Spring Statement 2026
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves has confirmed that she will deliver the Spring Statement to the House of Commons…
Take care when labelling a bonus as discretionary in a…
The High Court recently issued a ruling regarding the enforceability and interpretation of "discretionary" bonus provisions in employment…
What banks look at when a small business applies for…
When a small business applies for a bank loan, the bank is mainly trying to answer one question,…
What factors affect a person’s credit rating?
A person’s credit rating (often referred to as a credit score) is a measure used by lenders to…
Tax Diary February/March 2026
1 February 2026 - Due date for Corporation Tax payable for the year ended 30 April 2025.19 February…
Pre-trading expenditure for companies
Starting a new business can be expensive, but many of your pre-trading costs may qualify for tax relief…
Creative Industry Corporation Tax reliefs
If your business works in film, TV, games or the arts, Creative Industry Tax Reliefs could reduce your…
Expenses for the self-employed
If you are self-employed, knowing which everyday costs you can legitimately claim can make a real difference to…
