About Karen Jones
Having worked for one of the world’s largest accountancy firms, Karen Jones uses her tax knowledge and skills to help clients obtain substantial reductions to their tax liabilities.
With an expanding portfolio of tax clients, Karen enjoys the variety her work brings her and particularly likes working with new businesses and people. With a growing number of tax clients, she frequently faces a variety of challenges and relishes the experience she gains as she solves them.
Karen likes the THP ethos: “I like the way the team has a professional, but friendly and down-to-earth approach – it creates a productive atmosphere that benefits everyone.”
Karen’s specialist skills:
- Personal Taxation
- Tax Efficient Planning
- Trust Administration
Posts by Karen Jones
Pay Self Assessment through tax code: what 2029 changes mean
Posted by Karen Jones on December 11, 2025From 2029, many PAYE taxpayers will pay Self Assessment through tax code deductions for more of their bill. Find out what the changes mean.
Late tax penalties: changes to late submission & payment schemes
Posted by Karen Jones on December 5, 2025HMRC has introduced new late tax penalties. They cover late tax submissions and late payments – and the introduction dates have changed.
Tribunal ruling could result in Capital Gains Tax refunds
Posted by Karen Jones on December 3, 2025A tribunal ruling revealed HMRC had wrongly charged CGT on the sale of property, meaning many could be eligible for CGT refunds.
Budget 2025 tax changes: key dates and what they mean for you
Posted by Karen Jones on December 1, 2025Learn how the Budget 2025 tax changes affect dividends, savings and rental income, with clear timelines and planning points for taxpayers.
Tax planning before 5th April 2026: your year-end checklist
Posted by Karen Jones on November 10, 2025Get clear tax planning advice before 5th April 2026. THP Chartered Accountants share key steps to use allowances and reduce your tax bill.
Most Self Assessment Tax Returns are handled by Accountants for good reason
Posted by Karen Jones on October 27, 2025Innocent errors on a tax return can be a red flag for HMRC and may well draw unwanted attention to the taxpayer. Engaging an accountant can help.
VAT error correction explained
Posted by Karen Jones on October 13, 2025If you think you’ve made a mistake on your VAT return, you need to use the right method of VAT error correction. We show you how.
Private Residence Relief for CGT – how does it work?
Posted by Karen Jones on October 8, 2025If you sell your main home, Private Residence Relief (PRR) means you normally don’t pay Capital Gains Tax. But there are exceptions!
Is my mobile phone tax deductible?
Posted by Karen Jones on September 29, 2025Is your mobile phone tax deductible? It depends on whether you’re a sole trader, partner or limited company. We explain the rules.
VAT on business gifts explained
Posted by Karen Jones on September 22, 2025If you give gifts to staff, customers or clients, you need to be aware of the rules relating to VAT on business gifts. We take a closer look.
