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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
Reduce Brexit uncertainty with a remortgage from Crunch Mortgages
Thanks in part to a turbulent Brexit market and rising competition among lenders, there's never been a better time to get a remortgage.
Can IR35 contractors still work through a limited company?
The government’s reform of IR35 rules is forcing many contractors operating personal service companies to review their options.
Can I get a mortgage if I’m self-employed?
Self-employed and struggling to get a mortgage? We share insider tips that will increase your chances of securing a mortgage.
Get ready for end of tax year 5th April 2019
We’re fast approaching the end of the tax year on 5th April 2019. Let's take a look at what you’ll need to know.
Crunch Mortgage Monitor – a free service to save you money on your mortgage
Crunch Mortgage Monitor is a free service for Crunch Clients and Crunch Chorus members that checks every day to see if you could save money on your mortgage.
Personal and business tax changes for the new tax year starting on 6th April 2019
A round up of the tax changes that may affect small businesses and business owners for the new tax year that starts on 6th April 2019.
How much should I take as a salary from my limited company?
One of the differences between being paid by an employer and running your own business is having to sort out your own pay. You can do this by taking a salary from your limited company - in the same way as a regular employee. Here are the benefits of taking a high or a low salary, without the jargon.
Company year end accounts checklist for limited companies
A company year end can be a daunting undertaking for first-time limited company directors. However it needn't be the end of the world. Here's what you need to know to get your year end accounts sorted.
New Tax Year, New You
Want to make this tax year the most profitable yet? Our top financial resolutions and guidance will set you on the course to success.
Research & Development Tax Relief: Can you claim?
If you've undertaken some R&D work, or even if you’ve worked for another company on a project, you could be due Research and Development tax relief.
Benefits of paying Corporation Tax early
Corporation Tax is the tax levied on the profits of limited companies. This includes foreign companies with a UK branch office. The current rate is set at 19% for the 2018/19 tax year. But what are the benefits of paying this tax early?
Changing from sole trader to limited company
Think you're ready to move from a sole trader to a limited company structure? Here’s a simple explanation of when to make the transition and what you’ll need to keep in mind, without all the jargon.
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.
How much does it cost to hire an employee?
Making the decision to hire employees is a big one for any small business, so it's good to weigh up the costs, so you're aware of how much you're looking at
Tax rates, thresholds, and allowances for 2019/20 (and 2018/19)
The UK has many different tax rates affecting both individuals and businesses - we've pulled them all together so you can keep on top of them.
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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