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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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Filing early will mean you avoid the mid-January dread felt by many freelancers & contractors, and enjoy a well-earned worry-free rest over the holidays.

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If you’re planning to rent out a room in your home, you’ll need to know how the tax system works, and how it affects you. Here's a jargon-free lowdown.

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Getting your UK tax status wrong could mean that your worldwide income is subject to UK tax. Find out how to get it right with this jargon-free article.

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Corporation Tax is the tax levied on the profits of limited companies. But what are the benefits of paying this tax early?

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There are many different tax rates in the UK affecting both individuals and businesses - we've pulled them all together so you can keep on top of them.

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Dividends are payments made to company shareholders from company profits after corporation tax. If you run a ltd company they can be really tax-efficient.

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We explain the tax rates that apply for the 2023/24 tax year, affecting income taxpayers resident in Scotland and how to see if you're affected.

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Disaggregation is when business owners try to avoid charging VAT by splitting a business to ensure each operates under the VAT registration threshold.

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What's the most tax-efficient salary to take as a company director? Here are the benefits of taking a high or a low salary, without the jargon.

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If you pay for something for your business with your own money don't forget to claim it back as a business expense, we show you how.

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Here's how to make sure you're paying the right amount of tax when deciding to freelance on the side, and how to stay in HMRC's good books!|Here's how to make sure you're paying the right amount of tax when deciding to freelance on the side, and how to stay in HMRC's good books.

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In 2017, the government introduced two new annual tax allowances: one for trading income (sole trade), and one for income from a property business.

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