Would you set off for uncharted territory without a plan?

Dec 06, 2018

Truthfully, no one knows what trading conditions will be like once we exit the EU. Will supply chains seize up or will it be business as usual?

If there is a possibility, however remote, that…

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What is AEO?

Dec 06, 2018

Businesses that presently trade with the EU block may like to consider applying for Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status. The following notes explain why this may be helpful.

AEO status…

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Are you eligible to claim the Marriage Allowance?

Dec 06, 2018

Marriage Allowance lets you transfer £1,190 of your Personal Allowance to your husband, wife or civil partner - if they earn more than you.

This reduces their tax by up to £238 in the tax year.…

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Tax Diary December 2018/January 2019

Dec 06, 2018

1 December 2018 - Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 29 February 2018.

19 December 2018 - PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 December 2018. (If you pay your tax electronically…

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Keep private bank accounts private

Nov 29, 2018

Many small businesses, including landlords, use personal bank accounts to lodge business receipts and make business payments. If traders in this situation are subject to a HMRC enquiry into their business…

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Are you about to buy a second-hand commercial vehicle?

Nov 27, 2018

When you buy a new commercial vehicle, you will pay 20% VAT on the purchase price and in most cases this VAT can be reclaimed. This assumes of course, that the motor trader selling you the vehicle is…

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Fifty pound note gets new lease of life

Nov 27, 2018

The Treasury has confirmed that the £50 note will continue to be part of the UK’s currency, and further, that the Bank of England will reissue it as a new modern polymer note. According to Treasury…

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Tax Diary November/December 2018

Nov 27, 2018

1 November 2018 - Due date for Corporation Tax due for the year ended 31 January 2018.

19 November 2018 - PAYE and NIC deductions due for month ended 5 November 2018. (If you pay your tax electronically…

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Increase in the Annual Investment Allowance

Nov 27, 2018

The Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) is being increased from 1 January 2019 to £1m from the present base level set some years ago of £200,000. The increase is due to be available for two years, until…

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