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  • Case Study: When falling behind with the accounts starts affecting mental health

    Case Study: When falling behind with the accounts starts affecting mental health

    When you’re years behind in your accounts, it’s still not too late to make a fresh start We understand that for many of our clients the relationship we build goes beyond the technical accountancy service we offer. The real difference we can make is supporting them when times are challenging and giving them confidence that…

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  • Construction changes to VAT *delayed*

    Construction changes to VAT *delayed*

    In line with other similar changes in the tax system, HMRC have decided to delay the implementation of the VAT changes for the Construction industry by 12 months, after much pressure from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and other business groups.

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  • The Future is Here: Open Banking

    The Future is Here: Open Banking

    In the modern world Banks have a perplexing problem; consumers want more convenience (easy ways to check their balance and make payments) at the same time as greater safety and security (of their data and finance, especially post General Data Protection Regulation (‘GDPR’)). A few changes have taken place recently as steps towards this, known…

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  • 4…3…2…1… MTD is here

    4…3…2…1… MTD is here

    The final MTD deadline is fast approaching for quarterly returns on 7th October 2019 (for quarters ending 31st August 2019), with the monthly VAT returns already been and gone on 7th June 2019.

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  • Two weeks to go until MTD#2

    Two weeks to go until MTD#2

    The second MTD deadline is fast approaching with only two weeks remaining until 7th September 2019 for quarterly returns (for quarters ending 31st July 2019), with the monthly VAT returns been and gone on 7th June 2019.

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  • Should you buy a car through your business?

    Should you buy a car through your business?

    While it may initially appear to be a good idea to purchase your new car (or other vehicle) through a limited company, I always advise my clients to take the time to understand the implications of purchasing a car this way. When you look into the details, a company owned car may not be as…

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  • How far away are you from being a Millionaire?

    How far away are you from being a Millionaire?

    How much do you save each month? If you continued at this rate, how long will it take you to be a Millionaire? If you don’t save each month, but need a bit of a motivator, how much would you need to put aside each month to get this, or indeed another target? For example,…

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  • The Making Tax Digital (‘MTD’) Fun Starts in Just Over A Week…

    The Making Tax Digital (‘MTD’) Fun Starts in Just Over A Week…

    The first MTD deadline for quarterly returns is fast approaching on 7th August 2019 (for quarters ending 30th June 2019), with the monthly VAT returns already passed on 7th June 2019. As a reminder, you will need to be submitting your VAT returns through compliant software, such as Xero, Quick Books, Sage or a bridging…

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  • The Q- July 2019

    The Q- July 2019

    The first MTD deadline for quarterly returns is fast approaching on 7th August 2019 (for quarters ending 30th June 2019), with the monthly VAT returns already passed on 7th June 2019. As a reminder, you will need to be submitting your VAT returns through compliant software, such as Xero, Quick Books, Sage or bridging software,…

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  • Are you ready for the VAT changes in the construction industry?

    Are you ready for the VAT changes in the construction industry?

    There are going to be some significant changes in how VAT will be charged in the construction industry. If you haven’t already done it, you should make sure you understand how these changes may apply to you. To help you, we’ve put together an overview of what you need to know about tax in the…

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  • What structure should my Property Business be?

    What structure should my Property Business be?

    Nearly £1 trillion worth of housing in the UK is held as second homes by individuals or businesses and people are increasingly putting money into second properties, especially with a relaxing in the Pension rules.

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  • R&D Tax Credits: could you wipe out your corporation tax?

    R&D Tax Credits: could you wipe out your corporation tax?

    Is your business eligible for Research and Development (R&D) tax credits? R&D tax credits were established to drive innovation and recognise UK businesses that invest in research and development of new products, processes or services (or enhancing existing ones) allowing them to invest in further R&D and growth.

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