How to Start a Business in the UK – Key Considerations
Starting a business in the UK involves far more than registering a name. Before you begin trading, you will need to think through your business plan, market research, funding, costs, […]
Capital Gains Tax Allowance: What It Is and How It Works
The Capital Gains Tax allowance, also called the Annual Exempt Amount, is the amount of profit you can make from selling or disposing of assets without paying Capital Gains Tax.
How to Register for VAT
Value Added Tax (VAT) is charged in the United Kingdom on a wide range of goods and services, and VAT-registered businesses must pay it to HMRC. Not every business is
Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing Your Company’s Tax Return
If you own an actively trading limited company in the UK, you have a legal duty to prepare and submit your company’s tax return to HMRC each year. Getting it
Guide to Business Tax in the UK
Tax does not get simpler the more you earn, but it does get considerably easier to manage once you know what you are dealing with. This article runs through the
UK Dividend Tax: Rates, Allowances and How to Pay Yourself
Paying yourself in dividends remains one of the most common ways for limited company directors to take money out of their business. The tax rules are straightforward once you understand
How Much Tax Do UK Limited Companies Pay?
UK limited companies pay several different types of taxes. Corporation tax on profits is the most visible, but employers’ National Insurance, business rates, VAT and the taxes payable when profit
Everything You Need To Know About Corporation Tax In The UK
Corporation tax is one of the most significant financial obligations facing any UK limited company. Every company that trades or generates profit must deal with it, and getting to grips
A Guide to Self Assessment for Limited Company Owners and Directors
‘Self assessment’ is the system HMRC uses to collect income tax from individuals whose income is not fully taxed at source (i.e. those who are self-employed). For directors and shareholders
What Is VAT and How Does It Work?
‘Value Added Tax’, better known as VAT, is a form of tax charged on the sale of most (but not all) goods and services. Understanding what VAT is and how