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Simple Assessment vs Self Assessment – How the difference affects your bill and your peace of mind
Nov 10, 2026
Those filing Self Assessment tax returns may have discovered that their 2025/26 bill is lower than anticipated or may have discovered that they are entitled to a refund. While it can be exciting if these things are true, many are caught ...
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Increased tax on rental income: What does this mean for landlords and property investors?
Nov 05, 2026
The Chancellor has announced a four-percentage-point increase in the tax charged on property income, doubling the rise landlords previously expected. From April 2027, many property investors and landlords will face higher tax bills, particularly those who own assets in their own ...
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Has the breathing room budget left businesses choked by employment costs?
Nov 03, 2026
The much-anticipated 2026 Autumn Budget may have left many surprised by the lack of major announcements, but the event did reveal some core points that businesses and individuals should take to heart. With an emphasis on breathing room, the Chancellor made ...
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£936 million IHT paid in September: Why is it no longer a tax for the super-wealthy?
Oct 29, 2026
The Treasury reported a historic £936 million in Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts for September – an increase of £265 million on the same month last year. The last record was set in June with a staggering £871 million, with September reflecting ...
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Autumn Budget 2026
Oct 28, 2026
The 12 months since the last Budget was delivered have seen significant change. A more challenging global macroeconomic outlook, yet more inflationary pressures and, perhaps least expected of all, a new Chancellor. In the weeks leading up to the Budget, many pundits ...
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Profit and Loss reporting changes finally put to rest
Oct 27, 2026
The ongoing story of Profit and Loss (P&L) reporting changes has finally reached its conclusion. Addressing business leaders at Number 10 North, Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced that the upcoming requirements to file P&L forms would no longer take place. After a ...
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When is a gift exempt from Inheritance Tax? The seven-year rule explained
Oct 22, 2026
According to recent research, the amount of Inheritance Tax (IHT) paid on gifts rose by £13 million when compared to the previous year. Many people incorporate lifetime gifts to loved ones into their estate planning, with the goal of reducing their ...
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Do the Autumn Budget and the Real Living Wage leave businesses stuck between a rock and a hard place?
Oct 20, 2026
The highlight of the financial calendar, the 2026 Autumn Budget, is nearly upon us and employers and employees alike are eagerly waiting to see how their fortunes may change. In the buildup to the big day, the Living Wage Foundation announced ...
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Can your children work in your family business?
Oct 15, 2026
For many SME owners, the day-to-day running of a business is varied and requires one person to juggle many responsibilities. From bookkeeping and business development to marketing and admin, SME owners can be scrambling to keep up. If your children have a ...
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Pensions are washed – How Gen Z’s abandonment of pensions impacts employer obligations
Oct 13, 2026
A common topic of debate among those financially savvy is how young is too young to begin saving for retirement. Increasingly, Gen Z are testing this concept by forgoing pension contributions in favour of taking home more money per month than ...
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