What can HMRC find out about you?
What can HMRC find out about you? You’ll probably be surprised to find out it’s a lot more than you think. When meeting potential new clients we often hear “Well, HMRC won’t find out about that” – and…
What can HMRC find out about you? You’ll probably be surprised to find out it’s a lot more than you think. When meeting potential new clients we often hear “Well, HMRC won’t find out about that” – and…
We are often asked by clients if they need to charge VAT on the expenses that they recharge onto their own customers. The simple answer is yes, you charge VAT if you benefit from the expense, and no,…
What’s the difference between tax evasion and tax avoidance? Celebrities and sports stars alike have been in the news in recent years, hitting the headlines for their tax avoidance in the Paradise Papers, amongst other reports. But they…
We are often asked what all the different VAT rates are and what they mean. Zero-rated is the same as Exempt, right? Wrong. Read our guide below to make sure you understand the difference between all the rates…
Hi everyone. Please see below some updates and clarifications on some of the help that is out there for you and your businesses during the coronavirus situation. Check back regularly to the HMRC website for updates on everything coronavirus…
The Chancellor of the Exchequer announced his Budget for the coming year today. Whatever your politics, today’s Budget has been one of the most generous budgets for years, and has some genuinely helpful rewards and benefits for many…
According to a new study by Pinsent Masons, HMRC raised £16 for every £1 it spent on staff on tax investigations looking at small businesses and individuals. The figures show that HMRC were able to collect £4.9bn in…
Thinking of giving a business gift for Christmas? It’s not long until Christmas and you might be considering giving a Christmas gift or treat to your team or customers. But before you do, it’s worth considering the tax…
It’s just under six weeks until Christmas Day and many of us will have already booked our work Christmas party to celebrate. But what are the costs to your business of the Christmas party and what is tax…
The VAT change for builders – known as the Domestic reverse VAT charge – has been delayed. It was due to come into force on 1st October 2019, but the Domestic reverse VAT charge has now been delayed…