Dec 18, 2025 | 2026, HMRC, Making Tax Digital, Self-Assessment, Sole Trader
For many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Making Tax Digital might feel like yet another layer of admin but with the right support, it could be your chance to simplify your bookkeeping, stay compliant, and gain better control of your finances. From April...
Nov 3, 2025 | 2025, FAQ, HMRC, Income Tax, Making Tax Digital, Self-Assessment
At North Devon Accounts, we know that any tax changes can sound daunting to small business owners. Making Tax Digital (MTD) is one of those phrases that makes people sigh and think “another rule to learn.” But there’s another way to look at it. From April 2026, MTD...
Oct 13, 2025 | 2025, HMRC, Landlords, Making Tax Digital, Property, Self-Assessment, Tax
If you’re a landlord, a major change is on the way. From April 2026, HMRC will extend Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax to those with property income over £50,000. At North Devon Accounts, we know tax changes can feel overwhelming, so here’s a clear guide to...
Mar 1, 2025 | 2025, HMRC, Self-Assessment, UTR
Your Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) is your unique 10 digit code that identifies you to HMRC. Who needs one? Any individual or entity which needs to file a tax return will need a Unique Taxpayer Reference, also known as a UTR. You will receive one when you register...
Sep 18, 2023 | FAQ, HMRC, Income Tax, Landlords
The ability to legally assign an income tax repayment, or the right to an income tax repayment, to a third party has been removed by HMRC from March 15 this year, meaning any repayment will remain the legal property of the taxpayer in question. The change affects...
Sep 11, 2023 | Business Start Ups, Excise Duty, FAQ, HMRC
Up to 38,000 pubs and bars which have seen cuts in the tax they pay on the draught products they serve will be better off thanks to changes to the way that Alcohol Duty is calculated from August 1, 2023. The cuts will make pints and other products sold on tap 11p...
