Monthly Archive April 8, 2025

Why Trump’s tariffs could have more of an impact on your finances than you realise

April 8, 2025 Comments Off on Why Trump’s tariffs could have more of an impact on your finances than you realise By Joshua Leigh & Co

As global stock markets reel in response to US President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, many UK businesses may assume this is a crisis confined to Wall Street or the multinational giants.

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Will a discretionary trust prevent your home from qualifying for the residence nil rate band?

April 3, 2025 Comments Off on Will a discretionary trust prevent your home from qualifying for the residence nil rate band? By Joshua Leigh & Co

No one wants to pay more Inheritance Tax (IHT) than they have to.

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HMRC issues important tax warning to employers

Are your payroll practices compliant with the new minimum wage rates?

April 2, 2025 Comments Off on Are your payroll practices compliant with the new minimum wage rates? By Joshua Leigh & Co

1 April 2025 signalled the first wave of payroll changes for businesses to contend with this year, including the increase to the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW). 

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Major changes ahead for directors of close companies – New dividend reporting rules from April 2025

April 1, 2025 Comments Off on Major changes ahead for directors of close companies – New dividend reporting rules from April 2025 By Joshua Leigh & Co

From 6 April 2025, directors of close companies will face a notable change in how they report dividend income on their Self-Assessment tax returns.

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