August 7, 2025
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 about rogue tax agents
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August 7, 2025
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 happens during a tax
August 7, 2025
If your property has changed or seems mis-banded, you may have the right to request a Council Tax review.
Properties in England and Wales are assigned Council Tax bands based on their value as of 1
August 7, 2025
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 professional bodies
August 7, 2025
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 person’s main
August 7, 2025
Businesses can reclaim duties on qualifying goods moved to or through Northern Ireland since 2021
The Northern Ireland Duty Reimbursement Scheme allows businesses to reclaim import duties paid on
August 4, 2025
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 purpose. However,
August 4, 2025
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 the form of dividends,
July 31, 2025
Many business gifts and hospitality costs are not tax-deductible under current rules.
Entertainment expenses including providing hospitality and business gifts are common, but the taxation of these
July 31, 2025
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 scheme, buyers purchase
July 31, 2025
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 if ownership is tied
July 31, 2025
Before probate begins, you must estimate the estate's value to see if Inheritance Tax applies. This includes valuing the deceased person's money, property and belongings in order to determine if