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Benefits of SEIS and EIS Advance Assurance

Benefits of SEIS and EIS Advance Assurance for growing businesses Businesses seeking investment often turn to the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) or the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS). However, before approaching investors, companies can gain real value from HMRC advance assurance. Indeed, the Benefits of SEIS and EIS Advance Assurance can strengthen any fundraising campaign.  ...

Could you claim tax relief for property repairs?

Could you claim tax relief for property repairs? Many property owners incur repair costs throughout the year. However, not everyone understands which costs qualify for tax relief. Therefore, one important question deserves careful attention. Specifically, could you claim tax relief for property repairs?   Why the difference between repairs and improvements matters Firstly, understanding...

Allowable expenses for the self-employed

Allowable expenses for the self-employed: a practical guide If you are self-employed, claiming all of your allowable business expenses can significantly reduce your tax bill. Understanding allowable expenses for the self-employed is therefore essential for effective financial planning. By deducting legitimate costs, you only pay tax on your actual profit. As a result, you keep more of your...

Tax to pay when you get a pension

You may have to pay Income Tax on your pension if your total annual taxable income exceeds your Personal Allowance....

Paying the 2025-26 Child Benefit tax charge

Taxpayers who need to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) for 2025-26 may be able to pay it...

New tax return requirements for company directors

Company directors who complete a self-assessment tax return should be aware of new mandatory reporting requirements that came into effect...

Business confidence rises but is it time to invest?

UK business confidence is rising, but only 17% of businesses plan to increase investment in the next three months. Here,...

Late payments: Is your business at risk?

60% of UK SMEs say customers take longer to pay than a year ago, and the average amount owed is...

Corporation tax receipts pass £100 billion

HMRC’s latest statistics show that receipts from corporate taxes passed £100 billion for the first time in 2025-26. Here, we...

New customs system for Northern Ireland trade

From 20 October 2026, businesses moving goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland must use the new TSS platform. Here,...

Reporting property gains

If you sell a UK residential property, you usually need to report and pay any Capital Gains Tax within 60...

Capital allowances restricted for project development costs

A recent Supreme Court decision means capital allowances will probably be restricted for some predevelopment costs. Here, we explain the...
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