HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will permanently close its free service for submitting Company Tax Returns and annual accounts on 31 March 2026. Built over a decade ago for simpler businesses, the platform no longer meets modern digital standards. Companies must now move to commercial filing software to remain compliant. This software provides more modernised […]
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Joint owners of Furnished Holiday Lets prepare for increased taxes
With the abolishment of the specific tax considerations for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHL) from the beginning of the current tax year, owners need to prepare for higher tax bills. Given that couples and joint owners of FHL benefited from specific considerations, they may find themselves uniquely impacted by the changes. To avoid being hit with […]
Read moreBeware tax avoidance scheme promoters – HMRC cracks down with new powers
Recent Government estimates suggest that as much as £1.8 billion is lost every year due to tax avoidance schemes. That money, designated to fund schools, hospitals and other essential services, is in part, leading the Government to borrow more than expected. As a result, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is being given additional powers to […]
Read moreIs your remuneration strategy still tax-efficient in 2025/26?
Business owners who pay themselves through a combination of salary and dividends should revisit their remuneration strategy this tax year. With Income Tax thresholds frozen until 2028 and a lower dividend allowance rate of £500, a strategy that once worked may now cost more than it saves. How should you be paid as a director? […]
Read moreCapital allowances: Full Expensing vs AIA vs Writing-Down Allowances
Capital allowances allow businesses to claim tax relief on money invested in assets like machinery, equipment, or certain vehicles used commercially. There are a variety of capital allowances available, including: Full Expensing Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) Writing-Down Allowances (WDA) The allowance that your business is eligible for depends on what you buy, how much you […]
Read moreGood rapport: The key to increasing cashflow with credit control
If you have spent any amount of time looking into the world of credit control, you may have become overwhelmed by all the advice that abounds from professionals. What started out as a relatively simple Five Cs mantra has evolved in some places to become the Seven Cs or even the Eight Cs. It is […]
Read moreCould voluntary auditing save you money?
Recent changes to how mandatory auditing is conducted may have caused you to breathe a sigh of relief. Where once companies with a £10.2 million turnover and/or assets worth more than £5.1 million required an audit, now only companies with a turnover of £15 million and/or assets worth more than £7.5 million will require an […]
Read moreIs it too late to reduce your Inheritance Tax bill?
Major changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) were announced in the 2024 Autumn Budget with a staggered implementation of a variety of tax reforms. The new 2025/2026 tax year brings with it another change to the tax rules ahead of even greater changes in the years to come. You may find yourself wondering if there is […]
Read moreThinking about the UK? Let’s talk tax with MGI Midgley Snelling LLP
If you or your clients are thinking about moving to the UK, setting up a business, or investing here, you will need to get to grips with the UK tax system. It can be complex, but don’t worry – that is where we come in. At MGI Midgley Snelling LLP, we have spent decades helping […]
Read moreToo many businesses falling into VAT traps
VAT is complex, and too many businesses are making costly, avoidable mistakes. Even a simple oversight or misunderstanding can lead to penalties, cash flow problems, and disputes with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). Here are some of the most common VAT mistakes to avoid: Charging the wrong VAT rate – Some goods and services have […]
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