Useful advice on business tax can help you untangle what is a complicated issue. Whether it's VAT, PAYE, a second income or HMRC penalties, our content offers a host of truly helpful articles. So delve into these easy-to-read pieces of advice on all areas of business tax.
A Guide to Business Rates
— Read More — A Guide to Business RatesHere's everything you need to know about paying business rates bills in the UK, including how business rates are calculated, exemptions, and small business rates relief
Financial New Year’s Resolutions for SME Owners
— Read More — Financial New Year’s Resolutions for SME OwnersFinancial New Year’s Resolutions for SME Owners
The new year is the perfect time to regroup and revisit your company's financial practices. Here are four resolutions to keep your business in the green this year
The Small Business Guide to Tax
— Read More — The Small Business Guide to TaxThe Small Business Guide to Tax
Understanding tax law can be tricky, whether you're a sole trader or a limited company. In this guide for small businesses, we cover all you need to know
R&D Tax Credits: a Guide for Small Businesses
— Read More — R&D Tax Credits: a Guide for Small BusinessesR&D Tax Credits: a Guide for Small Businesses
What are R&D tax credits, and how can your company claim them? We answer these questions, and more, in this definitive guide to R&D tax relief
A Simple Guide to Accessing Your VAT Returns
— Read More — A Simple Guide to Accessing Your VAT ReturnsA Simple Guide to Accessing Your VAT Returns
When you apply for a business loan or other type of business funding, a lender might ask to see your VAT returns. Here's how you can access them online
What’s an SME?
— Read More — What’s an SME?The definition of an SME can vary – we give you the micro, small and medium enterprise business criteria from HMRC, the EU, Companies House and others
Registering Your Business as a Limited Company
— Read More — Registering Your Business as a Limited CompanyRegistering Your Business as a Limited Company
Being a sole trader may offer you the business structure you want, but it doesn’t give you the protection a limited company gives you.
5 Useful VAT Schemes for SMEs
— Read More — 5 Useful VAT Schemes for SMEsWe all like to save a bit of money here and there. It's especially important for small businesses. Here are our top 5 VAT schemes to save you a few pounds..
Declaring Your Second Income
— Read More — Declaring Your Second IncomeIf you're lucky enough to have a second income, not declaring it could land you in a whole heap of trouble with HMRC, so here's how to declare it.
Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?
— Read More — Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?Can You Actually Save Money on Business Tax?
Tax in the UK is decided by the type of goods or services you’re providing, not the type of company that runs it, so can you use this to your advantage?
Three FAQ's on Payroll and Tax
— Read More — Three FAQ's on Payroll and TaxThree FAQ's on Payroll and Tax
We take three of your pressing questions and get our team of small business experts at Fleximize to answer.
Getting to Grips With IR35 - Quick Tips
— Read More — Getting to Grips With IR35 - Quick TipsGetting to Grips With IR35 - Quick Tips
IR35 is used by HMRC to stop companies using intermediaries to avoid paying the correct tax and National Insurance.
Selling Products Globally
— Read More — Selling Products GloballyAre you aware that by selling goods to consumers in Europe – you are governed by the EU distance selling rules for VAT? What are these rules?
Registering and Unregistering for VAT
— Read More — Registering and Unregistering for VATRegistering and Unregistering for VAT
Find out all you need to know about registering for VAT, including handy tools for easy bookkeeping and Making Tax Digital
Introduction to Not-For-Profits
— Read More — Introduction to Not-For-ProfitsIntroduction to Not-For-Profits
Top tips for starting and operating a not-for profit organisation, and turning a profit-making business into a not-for-profit
Separating Personal and Business Finances
— Read More — Separating Personal and Business FinancesSeparating Personal and Business Finances
Keeping personal and business finances separate is essential - or you may end up in trouble with the tax man (or woman).
Business Debt and Insolvency, and Tax
— Read More — Business Debt and Insolvency, and TaxBusiness Debt and Insolvency, and Tax
There are agreements you can sort with HMRC in the event of insolvency, debt, or unpaid invoices. We review some of these options including bad debt relief
HMRC Penalties for Self-Employed Workers
— Read More — HMRC Penalties for Self-Employed WorkersHMRC Penalties for Self-Employed Workers
Tax rules on using self-employed workers have been tightened. Make sure you understand who's responsible for tax and NI if you have self-employed workers
The Basics of PAYE
— Read More — The Basics of PAYEPAYE is compulsory for most UK businesses, so it's vital for employers to get it right. We cover the basics of PAYE, including who needs to use it and how
Tax Payments and Closing a Company - Quick Tips
— Read More — Tax Payments and Closing a Company - Quick TipsTax Payments and Closing a Company - Quick Tips
Even when winding down a business, there are taxes you are still expected to pay. Get our top tips on handling taxes and HMRC when you're closing a company
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