Apply for the second Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) Grant – 17th August 2020
The eligibility criteria for the second grant is exactly the same as the first grant – so self-employed people who were eligible for the first SEISS grant will be eligible for the second grant, so long as their business has been adversely affected since 14 July...
Making Tax Digital
In his March 2015 budget, the Chancellor announced that this was “the end of the tax return as we know it”. The key change is that businesses will be required to digitally file tax returns on a quarterly basis. So what does this mean for you? The new digital tax...
Find a lost UTR
What is a UTR? A UTR is a 10-digit number Unique Taxpayer Reference. You will automatically be sent it when you: register for Self Assessment set up a limited company Where do I find my UTR? Your UTR will be on previous tax returns and any other documents received...
How to find your VAT registration date.
What to do if you have lost your VAT registration certificate. In order to register for Making Tax Digital (MTD) or to authorise your accountant to file your VAT returns for you you will need to know your Effective Date of Registration for VAT. Whilst this can...
Small Business Grant Funding
What is it? The Government is providing additional funding for Local Authorities to support small businesses that already pay little or no business rates because of small business rate relief (SBRR), rural rate relief (RRR) and tapered relief. This will provide a...
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
What is it? Under the coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, all UK employers with a PAYE scheme will be able to access support to continue paying part of their employees’ salary for those that would otherwise have been laid off during this crisis. This applies to...
Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme
Here is the latest advice from HMRC regarding the Business Interruption Loan Scheme. What is it? The temporary Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme supports small and medium-sized businesses with access to loans, overdrafts, invoice finance and asset...
Business Support During The Coronavirus Outbreak
We understand that many of our clients are concerned about their cash flow during the Coronavirus Covid-19 outbreak and so we have put together a brief summary of the support available. This is changing on a daily basis and so we will continue to update the...
Tax on Purchasing or Selling a Second Home
Many people purchase a second property to let out either for long term lets or furnished holiday lets. Before you start it is important to be aware of the tax implications of owning a second home. Stamp Duty Land Tax You pay Stamp Duty Land Tax when you purchase a...
The Importance of Tax Planning when running a limited company
Tax planning affects how limited companies manage liabilities, cash flow and future decisions. This article explains why forward planning matters for directors and how professional support can help avoid issues later. Contact North Devon Accounts for tailored tax planning advice.