Can’t pay Inheritance Tax? You could apply for a grant on credit
Posted by Ben Locker on April 8, 2024If you can’t pay Inheritance Tax on time, you may be able to apply to HMRC for a ‘grant on credit’ – giving you extra time to pay.
Spring Budget 2024: what it means for you
Posted by Ben Locker on March 6, 2024On 6th March 2024, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt unveiled his Budget 2024. We look at the key announcements and what they mean for you.
State pension age to rise further?
Posted by Ben Locker on February 5, 2024Soon the state pension age will rise to 67. Yet new research suggests it will need to rise to 71 by 2050. When will you be able to retire?
Growth in late rent payments and landlord limited companies
Posted by Ben Locker on January 15, 2024Increasing numbers of landlords are experiencing late rent payments – while many others are moving their portfolios to limited companies.
Inheritance Tax and the Acceptance in Lieu scheme
Posted by Ben Locker on December 18, 2023If you have an IHT, you may be able to settle it by donating items such as artworks and manuscripts via the Acceptance in Lieu scheme.
Christmas parties and tax – what can you claim?
Posted by Ben Locker on November 3, 2023With Christmas looming here we look at the rules regarding entertainment expenses for Christmas parties and what can you claim back?
The power of financial forecasting – and how you can get it right
Posted by Ben Locker on August 14, 2023Are you considering introducing financial forecasting to your business? We look at its benefits and offer tips on getting it right.
How to claim a Child Trust Fund as £1.7bn remains untouched
Posted by Ben Locker on August 7, 2023Do you want to know how to claim a Child Trust Fund? Huge numbers of young people have an average of £1,900 lying unclaimed.
How to contact HMRC – and avoid the phone queues
Posted by Ben Locker on February 2, 2023Need to know how to contact HMRC while avoiding long phone queues? Then try this way of getting to speak to an HMRC adviser.
Small business cyber security – how to protect your data & reputation
Posted by Ben Locker on November 4, 2022The average data breach costs an SME £11,000. With cyber attacks on the rise, is it time to review your small business cyber security?
