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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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The government has delayed MTD for ITSA until 6 April 2024, with MTD for general partnerships postponed to 2025 in the aftermath of COVID-19.

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Cryptocurrency is becoming more and more popular, but what's HMRC position on it, and can self-employed people do business with it?

Capital Allowances, Annual Investment Allowance, and the Super-Deduction
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Businesses can buy items of “plant and machinery” and offset some of that expenditure against their profits. Ltd companies can also claim a super-deduction.

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Crunch's Personal Tax Estimator will help you work out the tax you may have to pay on your personal income, including sole trade income, salary & dividends.

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Following changes introduced by HMRC in 2021, responsibility for determining your IR35 status is mostly, the same for both the private & public sectors.

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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 2023.

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The government introduced major changes to IR35 in April 2021. What do contractors and businesses need to do to ensure they're meeting the new rules?

IR35 and hiring a freelancer, contractor, or worker
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Hiring a third party could open you up to tax and legal pitfalls surrounding their employment status – are they a subcontractor or an employee? We explain.

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Although the ins & outs may be tricky to grasp for first-timers, the sooner you get your head around the HMRC VAT system the sooner you can benefit from it.

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Want to make this tax year the most profitable yet? Our top financial resolutions and guidance will set you on the course to success.

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IR35 changes were introduced on 6th April 2021 will have a significant impact on recruiters, both at employment agencies or in-house. Get your free guide.

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We’re fast approaching the end of the tax year on 5th April 2023. Let's take a look at what you’ll need to know.

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