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Taking advantage of the employment allowance
Business TaxIf you’re worried about the cost to your business of the hike in employers’ NI from April 2025, the higher employment allowance (EA) might alleviate some of the pain. But will you qualify and are there any traps to avoid?
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Need extra cash? Borrow from your company tax free
Business Tax, Personal TaxAs a company owner manager if you borrow cash from your company HMRC applies tax charges on you and your business. However, it’s possible to legitimately avoid these and benefit from a tax-free loan indefinitely. What’s involved?
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Tax and building a workspace at home
Business TaxAntonia is a self-employed childminder. She’s having an extension built on her home in which she’ll run her business. Is she is entitled to a tax deduction for any of the construction costs?
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BADR - is there a problem for cash-rich companies?
Personal TaxYour company ceased trading several months back and you’re about to wind it up. The trouble is it has substantial cash investments. Will this affect your entitlement to business asset disposal relief (BADR)?
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Christmas gifts - the perennial tax question
VAT, Business Tax, Personal TaxIt’s that time of year when thoughts turn to schmoozing customers and incentivising your workers with Christmas goodies. Choosing suitable gifts is easy, understanding the tax treatment less so. What’s to know?
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Unexpected repayment return: do you need to do anything?
VATYour business always pays VAT on its returns. The current period shows a repayment is due from HMRC. What checks should you do before submitting the return and how will HMRC deal with this unusual claim?