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Key person insurance could affect your business taxes in surprising ways. Are your policies set up to maximise benefits? Find out why this matters now and what could change for your company's bottom line. Read on to learn more.

News Many businesses take out “key person” insurance policies to protect against the financial impact of losing an important employee, director or other individual who is central to the success of the business. These policies may provide cover for death, critical illness, sickness, accident or injury...

VAT choices for property can lock you in for 20 years and impact your finances in unexpected ways. Got linked buildings or extensions? Read on to find out why this matters.

News The option to tax is a VAT election that allows businesses to treat supplies of most non-residential land and buildings as taxable rather than VAT exempt. Once an option to tax is made, supplies in relation to that property are generally subject to VAT at the standard rate.

Fuel costs are changing for drivers and hauliers alike. Discover what the new government measures mean for your wallet and journeys ahead. Read on to see how these adjustments could ease the pinch at the pump and on the road.

News The government has announced a package of measures intended to help motorists and businesses manage rising fuel costs following disruption linked to the conflict in Iran.

Alert: If you expect your income tax to drop next year, you could reduce your payments on account and ease the strain. Wondering how to claim? Find out why it might be worth checking your payment on account status now.

News Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to make payments on account to pay their Income Tax liabilities. These are paid in two instalments, the first on 31 January during the tax year and the second on 31 July following the end of the tax year. A final balancing payment (or repayment) is then...

Mileage pay just got a boost! From 6 April, approved mileage rates for cars and vans have risen to 55p per mile for the first 10,000 miles. If you use your own vehicle for work, this could mean more money in your pocket. Curious how this affects you and the rules around mileage allowances? Read on to find out more.

News The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves updated Parliament on 21 May 2026 on the Government’s economic response to the war in Iran and the wider measures being taken to support households and businesses with rising cost pressures. One of the measures announced was an increase in approved mi...

Alert: Did you know certain business sales or share disposals might trigger a reduced 18% Capital Gains Tax rate? Find out why this could matter for your next move. Read on to see if you're eligible for a valuable tax relief and how it could impact your financial planning.

News Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) applies to the sale of a business, shares in a trading company, or an individual’s interest in a trading partnership. When this relief is available, a reduced 18% rate (2026-27) of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) applies. 

ID checks at Companies House are rolling out – if you're a company director or have significant control, it's time to get verified. Most can do it online or in person at selected Post Offices. Don't miss out, find out why this matters to you today.

News Identity verification requirements at Companies House became a legal requirement for directors and people with significant control (PSCs) from 18 November 2025. This date marked the start of a 12-month transition period for identity verification. 

Alert for landlords: Are you sure about your tax and National Insurance on rental income? Find out what might affect your bottom line and pension rights. Read on to get the details landlords often overlook.

News When renting out property, landlords may have both Income Tax and National Insurance considerations to consider. However, rental income is generally taxable.

Hidden changes in tax rules may mean many could be paying more tax without noticing. Wage rises might be pushing you into higher tax bands — find out why it matters now.

News The freezing of tax thresholds can result in a phenomenon commonly referred to as 'fiscal drag'. This occurs when tax allowances and rate bands remain unchanged while wages and inflation increase. As earnings rise, more taxpayers are ‘dragged’ into paying tax or moving to higher tax bands, despi...

Alert for small businesses: A VAT scheme lets you pay VAT only when your customers pay you. Could this be the cash flow boost you need? Find out why this matters now and if you could qualify.

News The VAT Cash Accounting Scheme can help businesses improve cash flow by allowing VAT to be accounted for when customers actually pay invoices, rather than when invoices are issued. This can be particularly beneficial for businesses that offer credit terms or experience delays in customer payments.