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31 Aug 23

Current capital allowances for car purchases

If you are thinking about purchasing a company car through a limited company, there are many issues that need to be considered. In this short article we will point out some of the

31 Aug 23

Share buy-back clearance applications

Most payments a company makes to its shareholders, in respect of their shares, will be qualifying distributions and be subject to Income Tax. However, if certain conditions are

31 Aug 23

Reducing self-assessment payments on account

Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to pay their income tax liabilities in three instalments each year. The first two payments are due on: 31 January during the tax

29 Aug 23

Are you a company director?

There is more to being appointed a company director than accepting the title. According to Companies House directors formal, statutory duties and responsibilities

24 Aug 23

Do you need to submit a Self-Assessment tax return?

There are a number of reasons why you might need to complete a Self-Assessment return for the first time. This includes if you are self-employed, have an annual income over

24 Aug 23

Class 2 and 4 NIC for the self-employed

There are two types of National Insurance contributions (NICs) payable by most self-employed people. These are known as Class 2 NICs and Class 4 NICs. Class 2 NICs are paid by all

24 Aug 23

On your bike tax-free

The Cycle to Work scheme was introduced over 20 years ago to help promote the use of environmentally friendly modes of transport. The scheme allows employers to provide bicycles

24 Aug 23

Checking your Simple Assessment tax bill

Simple Assessment is a method by which HMRC can assess where additional Income Tax is due by a taxpayer. A Simple Assessment letter is usually issued to taxpayers with reasonable

24 Aug 23

VAT supplies for no consideration

In most cases, a supply of goods or services for VAT purposes is deemed to have taken place in return for consideration. This is usually payment in money but can also be of a

24 Aug 23

Giving money to charity in your Will

A reduced rate of Inheritance Tax (IHT) of 36% (reduced from 40%) applies where 10% or more of a deceased’s net estate is left to charity. The lower rate applies where 10% or more

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