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Tax & Vat

Articles, news and advice on Tax & VAT issues for UK small businesses.

Tax

Businesses urged to pay VAT on time

Tax expert RSM is advising businesses to pay their VAT on time after a tax tribunal ruled that a six figure fine imposed for missing a VAT payment by one day was 'proportionate'.

News

Business owners plan to file tax returns on Christmas Day

Record numbers of people are choosing the 25th to submit their data to HMRC. 

Accounting

Is that expense deductible? Oh yes it is…

Pantomimes and Christmas productions are in full swing. So, Emily Coltman decided to look at whether there was anything that our favourite panto protagonists should bear in mind when it comes to their tax.

News

Autumn Statement 2015: Tax reform under the spotlight 

Business owners and advisers have called upon the government to shake up taxes ahead of the Autumn Statement. 

Accounting

Six reasons to tackle your self assessment now

Emily Coltman discusses why it's best to be well prepared for the January 31st deadline.

Accounting

Autumn Statement: Any scope for tax giveaways?

George Hardey assesses the outlook for pleasant surprises in George Osborne's upcoming announcement.

News

Small businesses at risk in tax avoidance clampdown

Thousands of small companies could be facing an uncertain future as a result of HMRC’s clampdown on tax avoidance schemes, according to an insolvency trade body.

Accounting

Tax-efficient company cars

Here's a simple guide to help ensure you pick the right car for your business needs and budget.

Payroll

Small businesses want a simpler PAYE system

A simplified payroll system tops the wish list for almost a quarter of UK SMEs, research finds. 

Tax

What does the new tax year mean for your small business?

Emily Coltman looks at the tax changes going into effect this month and explains who they'll affect the most.

Tax

VAT is changing, but do businesses know how to react?

James Fredlund reveals how affected businesses should proceed in accordance with new VAT rules.

Tax

Self-assessment tax returns causing stress at home for business owners

Tax returns are probably the bane of your professional existence, and they're not so great for your personal life either, a study shows.

Finding and selling to customers

How Amazon Ads is supporting entrepreneurs

Digital ad campaigns aren't just for big businesses. Here's why you should be considering it...

Partner content

What are the funding options for hospitality businesses?

Hospitality businesses have faced a number of challenges in the last couple of years. Find out what funding and support is available.

Financing

6 types of business funding for UK tech companies

Here we explore six types of business funding that can help your UK tech company expand and reach its goals.

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.