Hargreaves Owen Ltd

Hargreaves Owen Ltd We are a firm of accountants who can help with all of your accounts, tax, VAT and payroll needs.

We are an experienced firm of local accountants who deal with all of your accountancy needs from year end accounts, corporation tax returns, personal tax returns, VAT returns and monthly payrolls. We offer a free no obligation initial meeting to discuss your needs and how we can best help you and will provide a full detailed quote of our costs.

Making Tax Digital is here!Avoiding the changes causes unnecessary pressure – especially with a new process. That's why ...
06/10/2026

Making Tax Digital is here!

Avoiding the changes causes unnecessary pressure – especially with a new process.

That's why we're hosting a practical, jargon-free webinar to help you get ahead.

Join our FREE webinar on Tuesday 13th October, 12pm - 12.45pm.

You'll learn:
- Whether Making Tax Digital applies to you
- What digital records you need to keep
- Which deadlines matter most
- Real-life examples of how sole traders are adapting
- How professional support can make the transition easier

No judgement, jargon or obligation. Gain clear guidance to help you stay compliant and focus on running your business.

Join our FREE webinar: "Making Tax Digital – Your Next Steps Explained"

Find out more and secure your place today: https://mailchi.mp/hargreavesowen/mtd-your-next-steps-explained

Tuesday 13th October, 12pm - 12.45pm. See you there!

One million people, mostly women, are due to receive letters from HMRC explaining how they are eligible for top-up payme...
01/10/2026

One million people, mostly women, are due to receive letters from HMRC explaining how they are eligible for top-up payments. It's not a scam.

Those entitled are low earners who missed out on the money because of how their pension is administered. Typically they will be due £70, but that may vary considerably depending on their circumstances.

Anyone eligible - the vast majority of whom will be of working age rather than pensioners - will be contacted automatically. While this is not a scam, please be vigilant and check!

Corporation Tax. Don’t risk being charged interest on any corporation tax you owe! If you have a 31 December 2025 accoun...
22/09/2026

Corporation Tax. Don’t risk being charged interest on any corporation tax you owe!

If you have a 31 December 2025 accounting year-end, then you should pay your corporation tax by 1st October 2026.

Have you scheduled your payment?

The Making Tax Digital numbers are in! Over 570,000 have signed up for MTD but HMRC estimates around 864,000 taxpayers s...
15/09/2026

The Making Tax Digital numbers are in!

Over 570,000 have signed up for MTD but HMRC estimates around 864,000 taxpayers should be using the system for 2026/27.

That’s quite a gap. So, from this month HMRC will begin signing up taxpayers who should have registered but haven't.

The first deadline may be behind us, but MTD is just getting started. The best time to get ready is before HMRC has to remind you … now!

The tax experts at Hargreaves Owen are here to help. From informative webinars to practical, jargon-free advice, we can help you navigate Making Tax Digital. Start with an initial discussion without obligation.

10/09/2026

HMRC has issued a new scam warning as reports rise.

HMRC is alerting taxpayers to a rise in fraudulent messages impersonating the tax authority. It says it is receiving increased reports of scam emails claiming people are due a Self-Assessment tax refund for 2024-25. These emails pressure recipients to act urgently and provide personal or bank details.

HMRC stresses it will never send an email with an urgent deadline to claim a tax refund. To check a legitimate refund, taxpayers should log in securely via GOV.UK or the HMRC app. HMRC urges people to stop and think before sharing information or opening links/attachments in unexpected messages.

If unsure, do not click anything and report the message to HMRC. GOV.UK provides a list of genuine HMRC contact details to help verify messages.

Suspicious phone calls can be reported through HMRC's online service (requires email or sign-in).

Suspicious text messages should be forwarded to 60599 (network charges apply). HMRC will never notify you of a tax rebate or request personal/payment details by text message.

Suspicious emails can be forwarded to [email protected], then deleted to avoid accidental clicks.

Pensions are to be included in IHT calculations from April 2027.From April 2027, unused defined contribution (DC) pensio...
08/09/2026

Pensions are to be included in IHT calculations from April 2027.

From April 2027, unused defined contribution (DC) pensions will be counted as part of a person's estate for inheritance tax (IHT). This is a significant shift from current rules where most DC pensions fall outside the estate. Defined benefit (DB) pensions remain unaffected.

Estates above the nil rate band will face a 40% IHT charge. It is believed that 10,500 estates will pay IHT for the first time and 38,500 estates will see higher bills, averaging £34,000 extra. However, this change will only see a move from 5% to 8% of all estates paying IHT.

Are you impacted? Talk to us for tax-saving advice.

03/09/2026

Have a look at our lovely location!

We are so lucky to work in such a beautiful setting. Our accountancy practice has an incredible outlook.

It's always great to have visitors. Come over ... we'll put the kettle on!

Thanks, Trina, for the grand tour!

Address

Red Sky House, Fairclough Hall, Halls Green, Weston
Hitchin
SG47DP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441462791079

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