How to save £2,000 in taxes on your childcare costs
A Government scheme could help parents save up to £2,000 on their childcare costs through tax reliefs aimed at working parents.
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Best practices for business and personal finances
Mixing personal and business finances is a common mistake that many entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners make.
Three things to consider when forecasting your finances as a small business owner
Forecasting is the act of looking at past and present financial data to predict future costs, expenses, and profits. Small businesses do this to tailor their business model more effectively.
Navigating estate planning and Inheritance Tax: what you need to know
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently announced that Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts were up by £200 million between April to July 2023, making this a record high.
What you need to know about the High-Income Child Benefit charge and the upcoming changes
The High-Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) is a tax that affects households where at least one person with parental responsibility has a taxable income exceeding £50,000.
Why companies fail to pay the National Minimum Wage and how to avoid the same mistakes
The Government recently named over 200 companies for failing to pay the national minimum wage (NMW).
The role of cloud accounting in modern businesses
In today’s digital age, the way businesses manage their finances has seen a seismic shift, largely due to the introduction and growing popularity of cloud accounting.
Understanding Director’s Loan Account (DLA) and the risks involved
Directors might opt to either lend money to or borrow from their own company. This type of transaction is called a director’s loans, and they are recorded in the Director’s Loan Account.
Staying up to date with MTD for ITSA
In December 2022, the plans for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment changed again, as the Government announced that instead, MTD ITSA would be introduced in mandatory phases from 6 April 2026, as opposed to 2024.
Understanding tax obligations for charities
Knowing your charity’s obligations to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is important, as you will have different requirements to standard businesses.