Free business advice for Essex firms
Posted by Mark Ingle on July 2, 2025Is your company based in Essex? If so, you may be able to benefit from 12 hours of free business advice from Backing Essex Business.
Tax gap: small businesses & Corporation Tax in HMRC’s crosshairs
Posted by Mark Ingle on June 23, 2025HMRC has released its latest information about the tax gap – the difference between tax owed and tax paid – which highlights problem areas.
CGT exempt assets in the UK: gold coins and more
Posted by Mark Ingle on June 13, 2025Do you want to know about CGT exempt assets in the UK? We talk you through some common examples – from gold coins to classic cars.
Outsourced credit control: 5 reasons to consider it
Posted by Mark Ingle on June 9, 2025Outsourced credit control – managing your business cash flow may be doable but there are real gains in outsourcing your credit control.
VAT dispute – is a poppadom really a crisp?
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 30, 2025A recent VAT dispute led to an appeal after a tribunal ruled that Walkers’ Sensations Poppadoms were crisps for VAT purposes.
Bookkeeping services – do you need them? How to hire a bookkeeper
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 26, 2025Bookkeeping services can help you to improve your bottom line but how do you choose the right bookkeeper? Here are our top tips.
Can’t pay VAT? HMRC has online payment plans
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 23, 2025Can’t pay VAT? If your business meets certain criteria, you may be able to make use of HMRC’s online payment plan service.
VAT on donations – rules to change?
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 19, 2025Government is consulting on the rules relating to VAT on donations of goods to charities. You have until 21 July 2025 to respond.
“Can’t pay my tax bill!” You’re not alone
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 12, 2025If you are having trouble paying your tax bill you’re not alone – research shows a huge increase of taxpayers experiencing problems.
Companies House late filing penalties – don’t risk them
Posted by Mark Ingle on May 8, 2025Companies House late filing penalties can lead to disastrous consequences if you ignore them. We can help make sure you submit on time.
