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…
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How to claim child benefits
An application to claim child benefits can usually be made 48 hours after you have registered the birth…
Filling in NIC contribution gaps
National Insurance credits can help qualifying applicants to fill contribution gaps in their National Insurance record. This can…
When not to charge VAT
When issuing invoices, it is important to apply the correct VAT treatment. In some cases, that means not…
Tax effects of letting out part of your home
If you have tenants living in your property, it is important to understand the Capital Gains Tax (CGT)…
Which supplies are zero rated for VAT?
Understanding which supplies are zero rated for VAT is essential for any business. A zero-rated supply is still…
Creative businesses to benefit from government finance package
The government has announced a new package of measures designed to improve access to finance for creative businesses…
Why inflation matters when funding pension funds
When planning pension funding, inflation is often acknowledged but not always fully reflected in contribution decisions. Using an…
Workplace pensions
Automatic enrolment for workplace pensions has helped many employees to start making provision for their retirement with employers…
Claiming the Annual Investment Allowance
The Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) is a generous tax relief that allows for the total amount of qualifying…
Who needs to file a self-assessment tax return
There are several reasons why you might need to file a self-assessment tax return. This could apply if…
HMRC reminder for self-employed and landlords
If you have not yet checked whether you need to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax,…
