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15/07/2026

Alert: Could your commercial property be unlocking hidden tax relief? Many miss out on a valuable allowance linked to building and renovation costs. Find out why this matters now and what to check to make sure you're claiming all you're entitled to. Read on to explore the potential benefits waiting in your property investments.

If you have invested in a new commercial building or carried out significant renovation work, you may have overlooked a valuable capital allowance. The Structures and

14/07/2026

Alert for employers: Offering simple perks might be stirring up unexpected tax trouble. Are your employee benefits actually creating hidden costs? Find out why it matters and how to keep things clear. Read on to avoid surprises!

Providing benefits and covering expenses for employees is a common part of running a business, but it is important to understand the tax implications. A benefit that appears simple or low value could create unexpected reporting obligations or result in additional tax and National Insurance liabil

14/07/2026

Are you missing out on crucial business expenses that could cut your tax bill? Many self-employed people don't claim everything they're allowed. Discover which costs you can include and make your next tax return work harder for you. Find out why now could be the moment to check your claims.

If you are self-employed, claiming all of your allowable business expenses can reduc

10/07/2026

Alert: Did you know incomes between £100,000 and £125,140 face a hidden 60% tax rate? Small moves in your finances could keep more cash in your pocket. Find out why this matters and how to act now!

09/07/2026

Breaking: Fund managers' pay linked to profits faces a critical test involving risk and tax rules. Find out why this matters now for your investments.

Carried interest is essentially a share of the profits from an investment fund that is paid to the fund managers. Unlike a fixed fee, its value depends directly on the fund's performance. This type of payment is considered carried interest if it is a profit-related

08/07/2026

Important update for UK construction contractors! Nil returns must now be filed monthly, even if no payments are made to subcontractors. This helps avoid penalties and keeps your operations running smoothly. Find out why this matters and what you need to do next.

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is used within the UK construction sector to help manage payments between contractors and subcontractors effectively. This scheme mandates that contractors deduct a portion of payments made to subcontractors, remitting these funds directly to HMRC. These ded

07/07/2026

🚨 Employers, don't overlook your Class 1A NICs payment deadline this July! Missing it could mean unwanted penalties. Make sure your payments and forms reach HMRC on time. Find out why this matters to your business.

Employers are reminded that Class 1A National Insurance contributions (NICs) for the 2025–26 tax year must be paid by 19 July 2026 (or 22 July 2026 if paying electronically) to avoid penalties. These payments relate to the benefits in kind provided to employees an

06/07/2026

Alert: If you or your partner's income edges over £60,000, your Child Benefit payments could be affected by a charge you need to know about. Find out why it matters and how it might impact you – plus the smart choices you can make to keep your benefits working for you. Read on to stay informed.

The High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) applies where an individual or their partner receives Child Benefit, and their adjusted net income currently exceeds £60,000. The charge may also apply where another person claims Child Benefit for a child living with you and contributes at least

06/07/2026

Alert: Setting up shop overseas? Discover why a permanent establishment could mean new tax duties, even if your presence seems small. Find out why this matters before you expand abroad.

The term permanent establishment (PE) is an important tax concept for businesses that operate across international borders. In simple terms, it determines whether a business has created a sufficient presence in another country for its profits to be taxed there. The concept is used by HMRC to dete

03/07/2026

Alert: Loans to employees might carry hidden tax traps if interest rates fall below official HMRC levels. Curious about the exceptions? Find out why some loans won't trigger fees or reports—it's more common than you think. Read on to see if your situation is covered.

Employees may receive a taxable benefit where an employer provides a loan that is interest-free or charged at a rate below HMRC’s official interest rate (currently 3.75%). The benefit arises from the difference between any interest actually paid by the employee and the interest that would h