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Understand the complexities of HMRC tax investigations with our comprehensive guide. Learn triggers, processes, and how to avoid hefty fines and legal repercussions.

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Unravel the mysteries of the P60 form with our comprehensive guide. Learn its significance, who needs one, and how to obtain it to navigate UK tax matters with ease.

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Dive into our comprehensive guide on VAT for self-employed individuals. Uncover key insights to learn all about registration, benefits, and expert tips for 2023 and beyond.

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The VAT threshold is a daunting topic, but one that all business owners should understand. Here’s a straightforward breakdown from Crunch.

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Small businesses can ask HMRC for an advance of payments to employees and directors to cover statutory maternity and paternity pay.

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Employees and Workers can complain to an Employment Tribunal if they are dismissed or victimised at work in any way for making such a disclosure.

Can I claim lunch expenses?
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Claiming back money spent is one of the biggest perks of being self-employed - but you can't just claim everything. What's the deal with lunch expenses?

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If your tax code is incorrect, you could be paying more tax than you need to or even underpaying tax. Here's what you should do:

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Missed our Self Assessment webinar for Hermes drivers? Don't worry, the recordingis available to view - we also recorded a Q&A to answer your questions.

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Making Tax Digital (MTD) is the government’s plan to shift tax online. The initial changes will only really affect you if your business is VAT registered.

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As anyone is able to see the director service address on the public record, many people prefer to provide an alternative to their home address.

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What is leasing? And how do you go about leasing through your limited company? We explore your options and the pro's and con's.

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If you work through a personal service company, then you need to understand how Supervision, Direction, or Control affects travel and subsistence expenses.

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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.

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Welcome to the tax rogues Hall of Shame! featuring Alan Partridge, Vince Cable, Kerry Katona, Bernard Black and Wesley Snipes.

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Received an email about a tax refund and not sure it's real? We'll teach you how to recognise and deal with HMRC tax refund email scams quickly and easily.

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