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Tax rules, HMRC & Companies House — in plain English
Short, practical guides to the rules that affect your money. No jargon, no fluff.
MTD for sole traders in Dartford: your 2026 readiness checklist
From 6 April 2026, Dartford sole traders with income over £50,000 must keep digital records and file quarterly under Making Tax Digital. A plain-English checklist to get ready before the deadline.
Read the guideLandlord accounting in Kent: the tax rules every property owner should know
Kent’s rental market is strong — but the tax rules for landlords have never been more demanding. Mortgage interest relief, MTD, CGT on sale and the allowances most landlords miss.
Read the guideMaking Tax Digital for Income Tax: what changes on 6 April 2026
From 6 April 2026, sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000 must keep digital records and report to HMRC quarterly. Here is exactly what changes — and how to get ready.
Read the guideSelf Assessment deadlines and penalties: the dates that matter
Miss a Self Assessment deadline and HMRC penalties start at £100 — and climb quickly. The key dates for your diary, and how to avoid ever paying a penalty again.
Read the guideCompanies House identity verification: what every director must do
Identity verification is now mandatory for company directors and PSCs under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act. What it means, who must verify, and how we can do it for you.
Read the guideVAT registration: the £90,000 threshold explained
The VAT registration threshold is £90,000 — but it is measured on a rolling 12 months, not your accounts year. How the threshold works, when to register, and when voluntary registration pays.
Read the guideR&D tax credits: is your business leaving money on the table?
UK companies can claim generous tax relief for research and development — yet most eligible small businesses never claim. What counts as R&D, what the relief is worth, and how to claim safely.
Read the guideCorporation Tax rates and marginal relief explained
Corporation Tax is not one rate — it is 19%, 25%, or an effective rate in between. How marginal relief works, and the planning points most directors miss.
Read the guideSalary vs dividends: paying yourself from your limited company
The classic director question. With the dividend allowance at £500 and employer NI changes from April 2025, the optimal mix has shifted — here is how to think about it.
Read the guideBuying or selling a business? What financial and tax due diligence involves
Due diligence is where deals are protected. What financial due diligence (FDD) and tax due diligence (TDD) actually cover, when you need them, and how vendor due diligence speeds up a sale.
Read the guideHow much is your business worth? An owner’s guide to valuation
Every owner should know their number — not just when selling. How accountants value owner-managed businesses, what drives the multiple up or down, and how to increase your value before a sale.
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