What can I claim on my first VAT return?
Posted by Karen Jones on August 11, 2025With the right advice, you could get a significant refund on your first VAT return – we explain how the rules can work in your favour.
Allowable expenses for employees – could you claim back tax?
Posted by Karen Jones on August 6, 2025If you are employed, you may be able claim tax relief on a range of allowable expenses for employees – without having to fill in a tax return
What is remote bookkeeping – and how can it help your business?
Posted by Kirsty Demeza on July 28, 2025With the advent of cloud software, remote bookkeeping not only helps you to keep costs down but also gives you wider choice of bookkeepers.
When does MTD for Corporation Tax start? It won’t!
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on July 24, 2025After several years of uncertainty, MTD for Corporation Tax has been scrapped. The big question, though, is about what will replace it.
Simplified expenses for self-employed people – a quick guide
Posted by Karen Jones on July 23, 2025What are simplified expenses for self-employed people? And are they worth claiming? We take a look at the pros and cons.
How to file a VAT return
Posted by Mark Ingle on July 15, 2025Need to know how to file a VAT return? With the right software the process is easy – the trick is to make sure your figures are accurate!
CGT rate change – don’t get caught out!
Posted by Karen Jones on July 14, 2025On 30th October 2024, government announced a CGT rate change. If you made disposals after that date, you’ll need to adjust your figures.
Do you pay tax on state pension? You might have to soon
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on July 14, 2025Thanks to the ‘triple lock’ and high inflation, many people face paying tax on state pension payments. We explain why this is happening.
How to protect yourself against pension and tax scams
Posted by Ben Locker on July 9, 2025HMRC recently issued advice on how to avoid pension and tax scams. We show you how to protect yourself from the scammers.
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.
