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VAT Grouping: What is it and what are the benefits?
If your company has multiple entities under common control, VAT grouping can simplify your VAT accounting — but it’s not always the best move. In this blog, we’ll...
Should You Use the VAT Flat Rate Scheme in 2026?
The VAT Flat Rate Scheme (FRS) was designed to simplify VAT for small businesses — but in 2025, it’s not always the most tax-efficient option. While it can reduce admin,...
The April 2027 deadline has been paused for small companies and micro entities filing profit and loss accounts with Companies House
As of 28 January, a significant change to the filing requirements for small companies and micro entities has been confirmed by Companies House. The much anticipated obligation...
Understanding the changes to Companies House fees from February 2026
The changes to Companies House fees take effect on 1 February 2026. Companies should review the updated costs for incorporations, confirmation statements and other statutory...
Form 17 Declaration of Beneficial Ownership for Rental Properties
If you are a married couple or civil partners who own rental property jointly, you may benefit from a Form 17 declaration of beneficial ownership. This allows you to declare...
VAT Penalty Regime Changes Introduced from 5 April 2025: What Businesses Need to Know
VAT Penalty Regime Changes Introduced from 5 April 2025: What Businesses Need to Know From 5 April 2025, changes to the VAT penalty regime officially came into effect. These...
Understanding Dividends for Limited Companies: Interim vs Final
If you run a limited company and take money out as dividends, it’s important to understand the difference between interim and final dividends. It might sound technical, but it...
Understanding Stamp Duty Land Tax for Non-Residents
Stamp Duty Land Tax for non-residents is a crucial consideration when buying residential property in England or Northern Ireland. If you are not present in the UK for at least...
Pay Bills Directly in Xero: Save Time, Cut Errors, and Take Control of Your Cash Flow
Supplier payments are often one of the most time-consuming and error-prone areas of business finance. But with Xero’s new embedded bill payments feature, that’s finally...
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