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07 Aug 25

Who can claim the IHT residence nil rate band

With the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB), families can pass on up to £1 million without IHT The RNRB is an additional £175,000 Inheritance Tax (IHT) allowance that applies when a

07 Aug 25

Homebuyers warning

Properties needing repairs still count as homes and false claims to recover Stamp Duty Land Tax could mean big tax bills and penalties. HMRC has issued a warning to homebuyers

07 Aug 25

Interactive online tool for tax compliance check

HMRC’s new Q&A tool guides you through each step of a compliance check. The free interactive online tool is designed to help individuals and businesses better understand what

07 Aug 25

HMRC to increase anti-money laundering fees

Fit and proper test fee to jump from £150 to £700 under HMRC’s proposed AML supervision changes Many businesses are monitored by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) or certain

04 Aug 25

Employing family members in your business

Many small business owners turn to family members when looking to fill roles in their team. It can seem like a natural choice, offering trust, loyalty, and a shared sense of

04 Aug 25

The value of retaining profits to support cash flow and growth

For small businesses and growing companies alike, one of the most reliable sources of funding is often the profits they generate. While it can be tempting to extract earnings in

31 Jul 25

Shared home ownership

Shared home ownership offers a more accessible route to owning a home for those who cannot afford the full deposit or mortgage on a property that suits their needs. Under this

31 Jul 25

New self-assessment services announced by HMRC

New digital services have been launched that aim to make filing and managing tax returns quicker and less stressful. These improvements are part of HMRC’s Transformation Roadmap,

31 Jul 25

Making Tax Digital – important deadline dates

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) will become mandatory in phases from April 2026. If you are self-employed or a landlord earning over £50,000 you need to be prepared

31 Jul 25

Found objects and Capital Gains Tax

Items discovered lying on land or buried in the soil, such as antiques or historical objects, are treated as chattels for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) purposes. This remains true even