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Blog17th Aug 2023
VAT- A Guide For Sole Traders
When many people think of VAT, they think of the extra charge on clothes, petrol and everyday items. However, those that are self-employed and/or run a business, may be required to get involved with VAT more than they would otherwise…
By Alistair Duncan
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Blog11th Aug 2023
HMRC Targeting Airbnb Landlords
The way in which we’re able to generate multiple streams of income from property ownership has changed. With platforms such as Airbnb, Booking.com and Cool Stays, landlords are turning to short-term let properties as a source of income and seeing…
By Natalie Butler and Jen Kinnear
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Blog9th Aug 2023
Alternative Dispute Resolution – Why it’s Good To Talk
Many importers have found that being in dispute with HMRC can be a costly business. Where margins are tight and room for manoeuvre limited, the unexpected tax bill can make a business venture uneconomic. Where there is a risk of…
By Jon Hicks
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Blog7th Aug 2023
Inheritance Tax – Could your estate be exposed?
Many more ordinary people are becoming liable to Inheritance Tax (IHT) who may not have before. In this blog we’ll be looking at what IHT is, why the rise is occurring and how we can help you mitigate your IHT…
By Tracy Dickson
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Blog3rd Aug 2023
What is Non-UK Residence and How Could It Affect You?
The default position is that UK Tax residence results in UK tax exposure on worldwide income and gains, no matter where they are held. UK Tax Residents, who are also non UK Domiciled (Domicile has a common law application and…
By Lynn Gracie
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Blog1st Aug 2023
Pandora Papers opens HMRC Offshore Tax Pandora’s Box
The recently published Pandora Papers put offshore tax in the headlines once again. If you have undeclared offshore income or gains, it is important to act now. The Pandora Papers are thought to contain the names of over 750,000 companies…
By Seamus McElvanna
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Blog25th Jul 2023
Cryptocurrency- From Anonymity to Accountability
Did you know that HMRC (HM Revenue & Customs) have the power to request data from cryptoasset exchanges? Many are still largely unaware that this power has been in place for years and indeed HMRC have already used it to…
By Lynn Gracie
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Blog7th Jul 2023
How Important is ESG in M&A Transactions?
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is attracting increasing attention from investors and acquirers when evaluating investment, growth funding and M&A opportunities. At the outset of a possible deal, investors and acquirers are now taking more rigorous ESG considerations into account. …
By Alasdair Green
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Blog6th Jul 2023
What Is A Furnished Holiday Let?
Furnished Holiday Lets (FHL) are becoming more and more popular in the UK, particularly in Scotland, with holidaymakers’ desires for a ‘staycation’ only increasing. But are you aware that these properties come with a different set of tax rules compared…
By Jen Kinnear
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Blog4th Jul 2023
What Is The Basis Period Reform For 2023?
What is the basis period? The basis period is the accounting period on which a business calculates their tax each year. Ordinarily the basis period on which a business is taxed is the 12 month accounting period that ends within…
By Kerry McGee
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Blog27th Jun 2023
Export Licencing- The Silent Business Killer
Most UK exporters routinely carry on their export trade. Whether they are exporting the goods that they have manufactured or selling on other companies’ products, the company directors generally believe that they are operating in accordance with HMRC regulations. All…
By Richard Coker
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Blog15th Jun 2023
UNRAVELLING THE SECRETS OF TAX CODES
Tax codes are the enigmatic language of the financial world, often leaving individuals uncertain about their significance. In this guide, we aim to unravel the secrets of tax codes, shedding light on their importance and demystifying their complexities. Whether you’re…
By Gayle Meldrum
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