Associated companies
Over time, companies or associated companies may accumulate substantial cash reserves. Whilst funds are commonly extracted through salary, dividends or pension contributions, another possibility is …
Alphabet shares – A way to reduce tax
When a company pays a dividend, all shareholders holding the same class of shares must receive dividends in proportion to their shareholdings. To pay dividends …
Alternative dispute resolution
The first indication a taxpayer may receive that they are the subject of a tax enquiry or investigation is a letter from HMRC, often headed …
The Real Cost of Artificial Intelligence for UK Businesses
Why AI Companies Burn Cash Faster Than Expected And How Smart Finance Planning Prevents It cost of Artificial Intelligence is often sold as the future …
Director loans: When borrowing from your company can be expensiveÂ
Convention has it that in times of high interest rates, director loans borrowing from your company is invariably more tax efficient than borrowing from other …
VAT traps for small businesses: Common compliance mistakes
While the rules regarding VAT compliance may appear straightforward at first glance, there are several common pitfalls that can lead to problems which, if not …
Working from home – The new/old tax rules
For many years, employees required working from home could claim tax relief for additional household expenses incurred personally, even where not reimbursed by their employer. …
From Chaos to Control: Fixing Finance in UK Owner-Managed Businesses
Running an owner-managed business can feel like spinning plates. You are leading sales, dealing with customers, managing staff, approving payments, handling suppliers, solving problems, and …
Marginal Relief Calculator UK 2026: Formula, Examples and How to Reduce Corporation Tax
Marginal Relief Calculator Is One of the Most Important Searches for UK Companies Many UK limited companies are now paying more attention to Corporation Tax …
Van Benefit Tax UK 2026: Rules, Charges and How Directors Can Avoid Costly Mistakes
Van Benefit Is Often Misunderstood by UK Directors and Employers Many business owners assume a company van is automatically tax efficient. Sometimes it is. Sometimes …
Registering late for self-employment – Tax implications
Starting in self-employment can feel daunting. There may be a website to create, a business bank account to open, pricing to set and possibly premises …
Buying another business through a company: Tax issues to consider
Most businesses expand via recommendation; however, there may come a time when a more effective method of expansion is needed such as acquiring\buying another business. …
