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Since auto-enrolment began in 2012, over nine million people have joined workplace pension schemes. As legislation changes and spot checks happen more often, it may be worth considering using a payroll provider to give you peace of mind that the rules are being followed and to help reduce the risk of arrears and penalties. Here[...] Read more »
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Weird and Wonderful Budget Facts
This year’s Autumn Budget will be delivered on Monday 29 October. For up to date tax information, subscribe to our email newsletter here or to receive a paper copy of our Autumn Budget Summary drop us an email. Every year the red leather briefcase is held aloft outside Number 11 Downing Street and the public[...] Read more »
Tax deductions for start-ups – how savings can add up
Following our article on tax breaks for SMEs, we’re looking at tax deductions for the start-up business person, from savings on mortgage interest and home heating bills to books and subscriptions. Here are some of the ways to maximise your deductions and increase the money you can put into your business: Working from home will[...] Read more »
How ‘Forgotten’ Tax Deductions Can Put More Money into Your Business
Congratulations! After years of planning, blood sweat and tears, you’ve finally set up your own business. You’ve put thought into your company name, branding, website and staffing. But what about tax savings? Here are some tax breaks that could free up money to put back into your business: Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) You can claim[...] Read more »
HMRC Gives More Time to Businesses in Distress
After HMRC’s recent consultation on insolvency, the government has committed to give financially-viable companies more time to consider their options. The proposed measures will give businesses in distress a 28-day moratorium period on legal action (overseen by an insolvency practitioner) allowing time to consider a restructuring or seek new investment to rescue their business, free[...] Read more »
Tax avoidance: how to stay on the right side of the law
Tax avoidance is described by HMRC as “operating within the letter, but not the spirit, of the law” and SME tax returns are being scrutinised to make sure they don’t fall foul of the rules. As HMRC wins around 8 out of 10 avoidance cases that taxpayers choose to litigate, we look at how to spot[...] Read more »
Making Tax Digital: stay in the know
Making Tax Digital is a government initiative that sets out a vision to bring the UK tax system into the 21st century and ‘make it easier for individuals and businesses to get tax right and keep on top of their affairs – meaning the end of the tax return for millions’. Under the new regime,[...] Read more »
The Taxman Calling is Causing Even More Disquiet than Usual
HMRC investigations are not pleasant, and nor are they meant to be. However, a recent research study commissioned on behalf of the HMRC itself has revealed widespread discontent amongst the majority of smaller businesses about investigations undertaken by the taxman. The research showed that 52% of small businesses thought that the investigations were too intensive,[...] Read more »
Help Bennett Verby Select a Charity… and We’ll Donate for Every Vote!
We have always been keen supporters of our community and the efforts of charities to help those less fortunate than ourselves. Each year, we select a charity to be the beneficiary of our efforts and support. We have drawn up a shortlist of five charities from which to choose our charity partner for the next[...] Read more »
The BV World Cup Quiz
For some people, football is trivial; to others it’s the only thing happening this month! To celebrate the FIFA World Cup, we’re bringing you the BV football quiz, filled with interesting facts on the teams playing. Q20: Which country offered tax breaks to FIFA in return for hosting the World Cup? A: All of them![...] Read more »
