Free digital training courses for SMEs with business.connected
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 20, 2023Samsung joined the business.connected initiative, which is aiming to equip thousands of SMEs improve their digital skills.
Landlords looking to buy more energy-efficient properties
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 15, 2023Landlords are rushing to buy energy-efficient properties. Why? Because new rules could force expensive upgrades of older homes.
DWP to get powers to check bank accounts?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 14, 2023A new amendment to the Data Protection and Digital Information bill could give the DWP sweeping powers to check bank accounts.
How can I challenge a council tax band? Is it worth it?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 11, 2023With the Chancellor offering £150 council tax rebates to some householders, many are wondering how to challenge a council tax band.
Class 2 NI contributions – what has changed?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 11, 2023In his 2023 Autumn Statement, the chancellor announced he was scrapping Class 2 NI contributions. The reality is rather more complex.
HMRC launches crypto tax crackdown
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 4, 2023HMRC has launched new guidance that suggests it is launching a crypto tax crackdown. This is what you need to know.
Government announces measures to tackle late invoice payments
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on November 30, 2023Late invoice payments are on the increase, causing cashflow problems for SMEs. What can you do to help make sure you get paid on time?
Second homes council tax loophole now closed
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on November 24, 2023Government closes a common second homes council tax loophole. New rules came into force in April 2023.
Landlord limited company formations
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on November 20, 2023Research shows that the numbers of landlord limited company formations continue to increase. But is it worth managing properties in this way?
Letting properties without telling the taxman? He’s scouring the Land Registry..
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on November 17, 2023Have you been letting properties without telling the taxman? There might be a chunky fine coming your way for failing to disclose.