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Lets Get Fiscal! The training walk across the Southdowns!
Two weeks ago the team went for a 20 mile walk in the scorching heat across the Southdowns in preparation for the gruelling 40 mile walk in July. The walk started at Devils...
Losses and transfer of trade
Sometimes a loss making sole trader will incorporate in the expectation that the corner has been turned and the business becomes profitable or the protection of limited...
Xero Updates and Features – The latest from Xero!
The big news in Xero Updates and Features this month is BARCLAYS BANK FEEDS WILL BE HERE NEXT WEEK – Hooray!! Other not quite so big news: The bank statements have had a bit...
The Latest Xero Add-ons!
For those looking to set up and manage a website or online store, Xero has an add-on partner just for you. Introducing Airsquare! “The quick & easy way to create your own...
Changing lanes to get the answer they want
The Court of Appeal decided that cars leased by an employer to its employees on arm’s length terms did not constitute a taxable benefit in kind. HMRC had argued that the...
Construction Industry scheme Changes
From 6 April 2016, HMRC abolished monthly paper returns for the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). All submissions must now be made electronically. So, we’d thought...
Successful outcome for one of our clients!
We recently had a very successful outcome to a VAT investigation for one of our clients. HMRC were disputing the Flat Rate Percentage applied by our client, for the period May...
Stamp duty land tax on annexes
When purchasing an additional property, buyers must pay a 3% Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) surcharge. This applies to second homes and buy-to-let properties. However, concerns...
Paying HMRC by Credit Card: New Fees Explained
Many taxpayers prefer paying HMRC by credit card for convenience, but it comes with a processing fee. Previously, HMRC charged a flat 1.5% fee for all card payments. This has...
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