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

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...
How do you pay national insurance if you’re self-employed?

How do you pay national insurance if you’re self-employed?

What are national insurance contributions? National Insurance contributions are a tax on earnings which build your entitlement to certain state benefits, such as the State Pension and Maternity Allowance. Your national insurance payments go towards state benefits and...
What expenses can I claim against my rental income?

What expenses can I claim against my rental income?

What expenses can I claim against my rental income? We are often asked which expenses are allowable costs against rental income. There are many that are allowable but it is important to understand the difference between a CAPITAL expense and a REVENUE expense. For...
What Is Making Tax Digital?

What Is Making Tax Digital?

So what is making tax digital? Well 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...
What is a sole trader?

What is a sole trader?

A sole trader is an individual who trades on his/her own on a self-employed basis. If you start working for yourself as a sole trader, you will own and run your business as an individual and will keep all the business’ profits after taxes. A sole trader is: liable to...
Can I claim an expense if I don’t have the receipt?

Can I claim an expense if I don’t have the receipt?

Can I claim an expense if I don’t have the receipt? What happens when you can’t find a receipt for a business expense? Don’t panic, you may still be able to claim for some expenses without a receipt. You never received a receipt Sometimes you don’t receive a receipt,...
Home Office Expenses Explained

Home Office Expenses Explained

If you are self-employed and work from home you can claim home office expenses on your tax return. Which home office expenses are tax deductible? Mortgage or rent Utilities – gas and electric Council tax Telephone and broadband Water Property repairs How much can I...
Why do I need an accountant?

Why do I need an accountant?

When starting a new business most people are told to get themselves an accountant. However, many people wonder 1, what an accountant can actually do for them and 2 if they really need one so why do I need an accountant? So what will an accountant do for me? Everyone...