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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
P60 Form – What is a P60, do I need one and where do I get one?
Your P60 is a summary of your pay and all deductions in a specific tax year (6th April to 5th April the following year). Here's what it includes.
How famous tax dodgers came unstuck
Welcome to the tax rogues Hall of Shame! featuring Alan Partridge, Vince Cable, Kerry Katona, Bernard Black and Wesley Snipes.
How do I claim expenses for business telephone calls (and the phone itself)?
To claim tax relief on your mobile phone or landline expenses, a contract needs to be set up between your limited company and the service provider.
Tax-free allowances on property and trading income
In 2017, the government introduced two new annual tax allowances: one for trading income (sole trade), and one for income from a property business.
Managing your accounts as a freelance musician
Whether you have an accountant or are taking on the books yourself, it's important to be organised, especially if you're planning on making expense claims.
Managing business expenses: How to record, store and back-up your receipts
Expenses are great. By claiming all your allowable expenses, you reduce your company profits, meaning less tax to pay on them. Here's what to do.
Can I pay my tax bill with a credit card?
Bad news if you were intending to pay off your Self Assessment tax bill with a personal credit card - this will no longer be an option as of 13th January.
Off payroll working in the private sector – Crunch submission to Government consultation
Crunch has written a letter to the government including our detailed response to the 34 questions included in the consultation about off-payroll working in the private sector.
What is Child Benefit?
Child Benefit is a benefit payable to someone responsible for a child under the age of 16, or 20 if they’re in full time education. There are a few things to be aware of which we’ll take a look at in this article.
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?
What is bookkeeping and why does it matter?
Bookkeeping is the art of recording your financial information so that you can keep track of your incomings and outgoings. It can be a delicate process, but once you've mastered it, you'll have full control of your finances.
HMRC & Companies House late filing & payment penalties for 2018/19
How to stay on top of the deadlines for your tax filings as a freelancer, contractor or small business in the UK.
Taking card payments: what’s the best option?
Picking the best card reader can be a time-consuming task. Here’s a look at what all the major providers offer.
What is Output and Input VAT? VAT Returns made easy
So, you're a small business owner who is VAT registered. Therefore, you have to add VAT onto your invoices or the goods you sell.
Accountancy Healthchecks – why it’s a good idea to get checked out
If you’re hoping to start the new tax year afresh, a full check-up like this will give you some sound knowledge of your business and what you could be achieving, leaving you confident and assured about the future.
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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