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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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Everyone knows it’s legal to evade tax but completely illegal to avoid it, right? Wrong. Confused? You’re not the only one, we'll clear up the confusion.

Can IR35 contractors still work through a limited company?, image of someone reading papers | Crunch
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The government’s reform of IR35 rules is forcing many contractors operating personal service companies to review their options.

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Since June 2016, UK companies have been required to maintain a PSC register of decision-makers. We explain what you need to do to stay compliant.

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Coronavirus: The government has announced a three month extension period to file accounts with Companies House during the coronavirus emergency

Working from home? What you can and can’t claim as an expense | A comfy dog at home | Crunch
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If you spend time working from home, then depending on the work you do, you might be able to claim expenses back for using your home as an office.

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If you've undertaken some R&D work, or even if you’ve worked for another company on a project, you could be due Research and Development tax relief.

What is Business Asset Disposal Relief when selling shares in your business?, image of a woman using a calculator to work out tax | Crunch
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Thinking about selling your limited business? You'll need to know about Business Asset Disposal Relief.

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Contractors registered under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) are required to deduct tax from their payments to subcontractors. We explain how CIS works.

HMRC & Companies House late filing & payment penalties for 2023/24, image of an hourglass beside money | Crunch
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How to stay on top of the deadlines for your tax filings as a freelancer, contractor or small business in the UK.

Managing business expenses: How to record, store and back-up your receipts, image of someone at a laptop | Crunch
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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.

Limited Company Director's Responsibilities - what you need to file and when with HMRC and Companies House : Crunch - image of HMRC sign on a wall
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What are your responsibilities as a limited company director? We explain what you need to file with Companies House & HMRC so you can keep on top of things.

In sickness and in wealth: Marriage Allowance explained, image of a couple getting married | Crunch
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The new Marriage Allowance policy will allow some couples to potentially save on the amount of income tax they pay.

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