Making sure you’re paying the right amount of tax can be taxing! If you receive a State Pension or other type of pension, then you may still need to pay tax on it. Without the pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) structure of the workplace, you may find it hard to know when and how to pay tax on […]
Financial initiatives to support business growth are continually being announced by the Government, local authorities, individuals and private-sector companies. Funding from private companies often aims to nurture specific industries, particularly high-growth sectors like technology, sustainable manufacturing and healthcare. They might target general growth or specific projects, such as the development of a new product. If […]
Recent years have held a lot of uncertainty for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and independent businesses. While there are signs of recovery, SMEs have seen slow growth in recent months. However, with employment increasing at a faster pace than in large firms, there is a variety of ways in which small businesses can protect […]
Inheritance tax (IHT) can be a sore subject for some taxpayers, especially when it comes to passing on the family home to the next generation. Often referred to as a “death tax” it cannot be ignored if you intend to leave considerable wealth to your beneficiaries. Recent developments indicate that more families than ever could […]
The recent update to HM Revenue & Customs’ (HMRC) Employment Income Manual is a significant development for businesses and employees utilising company cars, particularly electric vehicles (EVs). The revised guidance now aligns with existing legislation, specifically, Section 239 of the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003, which states that reimbursements for expenses incurred in […]
The recent survey by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) reveals a concerning lack of preparedness among UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for ongoing EU regulations and tax changes. A staggering 80 per cent of SMEs surveyed are unaware of the reporting requirements for the EU’s new Green Tax, which took effect on 1 […]
The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) has recently proposed a significant change to the UK’s pension landscape. They suggest that the state pension age should rise to 75 by 2035, up from the current age of 66. This proposal comes amid concerns about the UK’s ageing population and the increasing Old Age Dependency Ratio (OADR), […]
The current financial landscape presents a conundrum for those looking to safeguard and grow their personal wealth. Despite interest rates reaching their highest levels since 2007, the value of cash savings in the UK has been eroded by inflation. As of July 2023, the nation’s cash savings have dipped to £1.95 trillion, a £5 billion […]
There are a number of ways in which a person can protect their assets and control what happens to them during their lifetime, and after they have died. A popular strategy for achieving this is the use of a trust. This guide will go into the significance of a trust, the process of setting up […]
Surrey-based accountants, TWP Accounting, say that recent data demonstrates the need for business owners to embrace and develop their exit strategy. As economic growth continues to recover, more business owners are looking to sell to larger firms to achieve accelerated growth, or else take the opportunity to retire. Others face difficulty, with only 14 per […]
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