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What is IR35?
by Calum Morrison
Knowledge
A selection of great tools, business guides and articles to help make your business a success
Managing your money
Everyone wants to make sure they're bringing home as much of their pay as they can - whether you need money-management tips to tax guidance, we can help.
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Limited company business expenses
by Calum Morrison and Laura Hughes
Self Assessment
by Calum Morrison and Nick Chowdrey
What help is available for small businesses, gig workers, and the self-employed affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The government has announced financial measures to support businesses through the Covid-19 emergency. There's support for certain employees, businesses and self-employed.
What is a trivial benefit – how do they affect limited company diectors?
Receiving a gift from your employer is a great feeling, but in the workplace the employer needs to be aware of whether or not they need to pay tax on the present. Here are some helpful examples for small businesses.
Self Assessment: What happens if I miss the deadline?
If you don’t file your Self Assessment and pay any tax due by 31st January deadline you’ll face fines – and potential extra penalties. Here's all the info.
UK Tax rates, tax thresholds, tax bands, and tax allowances for the 2020/21 and 2019/20 tax years
There are many different tax rates in the UK affecting both individuals and businesses - we've pulled them all together so you can keep on top of them.
Crunch’s guide to the new government Job Support Scheme
The government have announced the Job Support Scheme to protect viable jobs in businesses who face lower demand over the winter months due to COVID-19.
What is Self Assessment? How to complete your Self Assessment
New to contracting or freelancing? Struggling with filing your first Self Assessment? Our quick guide goes over the basics of what you should do.
Do I have to complete a Self Assessment tax return?
A Self Assessment tax return is one of the most significant tax documents you’ll be dealing with when you’re self-employed. Here's what you need to know.
Coronavirus Bounce Back Loan Scheme – guide to the scheme and making a claim
The Coronavirus Business Bounce Back Scheme is designed to provide quick access to cash . We've put together this guide to help you make a claim
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announces Winter Economy Plan
Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the government’s Winter Economy Plan to support businesses through the winter during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Self-Employment Income Support Scheme – guide for the self-employed
We've put together this guide to help you make a claim on the government's Self-Employment Income Support Scheme aimed at sole traders and partnerships.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – Guide for Employers
HMRC launched its online claim service and portal for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme on 20th April 2020. Our guide explains how to make a claim.
What is a payment on account and do I have to pay it?
Payment on account is not something that is widely known about among people who have never been part of the Self Assessment system. Learn more now!
What is VAT reverse charge in the construction sector?
If you’re in the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and VAT registered, HMRC are changing how you account for VAT from 1st October 2019.
What is Capital Gains Tax?
Capital Gains Tax comes into play when you make a profit from selling something you own. The important point to remember is that the tax is calculated on the profit you make, and not the amount you sold it for. As the name suggests, it’s all about the gain! Here's a quick breakdown of what you need to know.
Five signs it’s time to switch accountants (and how to do it!)
Is your accountant better at invoicing you than looking after your accounts? Here are the top five signs you need a new accountant.
Tools and resources
We've collated a selection of free tools and resources for you to help make running your business a breeze. With everything from software to templates you can work out your take home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35.
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