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It’s a simple word, but one that far too many of us have trouble saying. The problem is that always saying “yes” usually means that another project is delayed or fails. Worse still the project you have just said yes to doesn’t even align with your goals!!!!
If you need funding for your business and want to attract investors, why not look at SEIS and EIS? They're tax schemes authorised by HMRC and provide generous tax incentives to the investor.
We're often asked whether to purchase a buy to let property personally or via a limited company. Read our detailed advice to help you understand the up-and down-sides of each option. Everyone’s circumstances are different; the pros and cons must be weighed up on a case by case basis.
Nobody likes to receive post from the tax man, especially when HM Revenue & Customs have chosen your Tax Return for enquiry. It’s easy to panic and you’ll have lots of questions rattling around your head. Here are our top tips for handling a HMRC Revenue enquiry.
Claiming tax relief on eye tests is often overlooked by business owners, but can you claim tax relief on your Ray-Ban glasses? We thought it would be helpful to outline the rules.
The Lifetime ISA (LISA) is for over 18s and under 40s. Each year you can put up to £4,000 into your LISA and the government will contribute a 25% bonus of your investment. The product is highly tax efficient and can be used as a vehicle to buy your first home.
Whatever you think you are- an early bird or late owl- does the question matter as a business owner? I think it does matter- find out why your performance and that of your team could improve by asking the question and making changes to work routines.
Mark Devaney & Laura Wills, directors of e-commerce site, Hardcloud.com share their ‘do’s and don’ts’ about launching an e-commerce business. Whether you are starting out or already have an e-commerce; these are great tips.
HMRC really seem to have had it in for landlords in recent years. For some it will be worthwhile to restructure their affairs in order to minimise the impact of recent legislation changes.
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