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Boosting confidence in tough times – How SMEs can adapt to financial challenges

September 17, 2024 Comments Off on Boosting confidence in tough times – How SMEs can adapt to financial challenges By Joshua Leigh & Co

The burden on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is already quite heavy due to the current economic climate, but it may worsen in the coming months, with potential changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) being considered in the October Budget.   Read More

How to effectively manage business expenses and improve profitability

September 12, 2024 Comments Off on How to effectively manage business expenses and improve profitability By Joshua Leigh & Co

Effective expense management is key to driving profitability in any business.

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Is setting up a limited company as a freelancer the right move for you?

September 11, 2024 Comments Off on Is setting up a limited company as a freelancer the right move for you? By Joshua Leigh & Co

If you’re enjoying the freedom and flexibility that comes with freelancing, you might be wondering if it’s time to take the next step and set up a limited company. Read More

Gifts out of surplus income – A smart way to reduce Inheritance Tax

September 9, 2024 Comments Off on Gifts out of surplus income – A smart way to reduce Inheritance Tax By Joshua Leigh & Co

Making financial gifts during your lifetime is a thoughtful way to provide for your loved ones while also reducing your estate’s exposure to Inheritance Tax (IHT).

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HMRC cut advisory company car fuel rates – What does this mean for your business? 

September 5, 2024 Comments Off on HMRC cut advisory company car fuel rates – What does this mean for your business?  By Joshua Leigh & Co

If your business reimburses employees for business travel in their company cars or if employees are required to repay fuel costs for private travel, it is important to keep up to date with the advisory fuel rates set out by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).  Read More

Why outsourcing payroll could be the key to lifting your business burden

September 4, 2024 Comments Off on Why outsourcing payroll could be the key to lifting your business burden By Joshua Leigh & Co

With this week being National Payroll Week, it’s a great time to explore how businesses manage their payroll and if they are being effective enough. Read More

What if the Chancellor increases Capital Gains Tax? A look ahead to the Budget 

September 3, 2024 Comments Off on What if the Chancellor increases Capital Gains Tax? A look ahead to the Budget  By Joshua Leigh & Co

As we approach the Autumn Budget on 30 October, speculation is rife about potential changes that could impact taxpayers across the UK.   Read More

How to protect your business from HMRC-related scams

August 28, 2024 Comments Off on How to protect your business from HMRC-related scams By Joshua Leigh & Co

We’ve all become increasingly savvy when it comes to identifying scams, yet this hasn’t deterred fraudsters, who are finding new ways and schemes to trick businesses into parting with their hard-earned profits.

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HMRC investigating tax obligations of those who breed and sell animals 

August 28, 2024 Comments Off on HMRC investigating tax obligations of those who breed and sell animals  By Joshua Leigh & Co

As more people turn their passion for breeding and selling animals into a source of income, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will be writing to people to ensure that those involved in these activities are paying the correct tax.  

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Have you paid the right amount of High Income Child Benefit Charge for 2022/23?

August 27, 2024 Comments Off on Have you paid the right amount of High Income Child Benefit Charge for 2022/23? By Joshua Leigh & Co

You may have recently received correspondence from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) asking you to check if you need to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge and to double-check the amount if you have already paid.

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