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We present the results of our first firm wide diversity survey

​As part of our mission to offer essential future proofing services, we can now write your Will…...

As of the 6^th April 2019 the minimum contributions for automatic enrolment has increased

Business Rates discounts you need to be aware of…..

..... to Tax differently in Scotland

​Take advantage of the £1,000 property income allowance!

​Innovation’s what you need

VAT Registered businesses have a duty to correct the error as soon as possible

This could be really helpful if you are seeking external credit for your company

Lifetime transfers where estate of another individual is increased

Two changes to the way Private Residence Relief works are due to come into effect

Single purpose vouchers now have a defined tax point

The AIA is increasing to £1 million for 2 years

​Form P85 should be completed by individuals

Making changes to a building you have previously Opted To Tax?

​A simpler way of accounting

Dealing with your affairs when you die, is a process known as ‘probate’ and has traditionally been dealt with by the legal profession.

Do not miss out on the available tax reliefs that you can claim against trading profits.

​Make sure you are claiming a full tax deduction for qualifying expenditure on business plant and machinery

​Are you MTD ready?!

Above £100,000 you may pay 60% tax!

Do you have a hobby trade with income less than £1,000?

​Using your own money to buy things for your job?

​Claim your £2,500 broadband voucher

Understanding Capital Gains Tax on death and computation of gains and losses

​Personal Tax Accounts were launched in 2015

​Can your holiday let be covered by Business Property Relief?

Do you owe your own company money?

Borrowing money from your company?

There weren’t many surprises in the recent Budget, only perhaps changes to Capital Gains Tax

​What are your options?

Corporation Tax relief may be available when a company or organisation makes a trading loss

From April 2019, you will have to keep and file your VAT returns digitally

You may want to do this if an asset you own becomes worthless….

​Delay payment of your Capital Gains Tax!

Have you been reporting rental income profits on your tax return?

Costs that can be deducted by individuals that have a property rental business, depend on the type of property that is being rented out.

​Did you register for VAT?

​Don’t miss out on reduced rate VAT!

What’s the process for correcting?

​Building the VAT picture for you

Will I pay tax when coming to the UK?

Changes to the VAT treatment of vouchers in Finance Bill 2018-19

A reminder of VAT deregistration rules

There has been a relaxation to the rules of entitlement to ER

​At Charlton Baker, we are at the coal face of royalty accounting and blockchain technologies.

Claim a VAT refund if you are self-building or have recently built a new home, or have converted a non-residential building into your family home.

There are new forms to use when de-registering from VAT

​There are special rules for VAT you incur before you register

Builder to Builder supplies may be subject to a new reverse charge

​The tax and NI treatment of certain termination payments was updated in April 2018

​Make sure you make the most of the annual Inheritance Tax exemptions

Private use of your company van may give rise to additional tax charges

The High Income Child Benefit charge came into force in January 2013 and applies to taxpayers whose income exceeds £50,000 in a tax year and who are in receipt of child benefit.

​Have you got your badges?!

Advance Assurance for small companies that claim R&D tax relief was introduced in November 2015.

What tax reliefs are available?

Make sure you make the most of the £1,000 tax allowances

The SEIS provides for extensive Income Tax and Capital Gains Tax (CGT) breaks for investors

What is a PET?

Some of Team CB will be taking part in the infamous Rough Runner for Charity in October 2018

Selling an investment property? You may have to pay tax on any gains much earlier in future…....

What plant purchases qualify for a tax allowance?

HMRC has recently updated its VAT registration guidance

Selling your shares back to your company?

Directors beware National Living Wage complications

What’s your VAT options when it comes to property ownership?

Inflation proofing corporate gains ceased in December 2017

Property owners lose 50% of higher rate tax relief on finance costs

What are Cryptocurrencies and how are you taxed on them?

​In 2015, new Capital Gains Tax rules were introduced for non-resident landlords

Our quick guide to Blockchain and how it works

​Have you sold an asset and intend to buy another? Rollover Relief could help!

At a loss? You might be even more so with existing loss relief rules.

​Are you generating additional income through the Sharing Economy?

They say home is where your heart is. It’s also where you can find some good tax reliefs!

If you are an employee using your own uniforms, clothing and tools, did you know you can claim tax relief?

​There are many things to consider when buying an investment property

There are special rules which can apply to farmers and market gardeners that prepare their accounts on an accruals basis

VAT when business transferred as a going concern

Handpicked Accountants recognises Charlton Baker As Top UK Firm

VAT news worth knowing….

​10% tax may apply to the sale!

Tottenham Hotspur recently won an employment tax case in relation to termination payments.

Government to waive VAT on X Factor Christmas Charity Song

Put your trust in our hands!

​If you are thinking or reverting to self employed or a partnership, act now!

​Company capital gains allowance to be scrapped from 2018

Read our summary of the Autumn Budget including the boost for First Time buyers…..

Why defining your fears can be as important as defining your goals

Guidance for protecting your business from fraud

Are you caught by the High Income Child Benefit Charge?

Interest rates start to rise for the first time in 10 years

Start planning now to avoid a 60% tax rate!

Are there changes to the legislation on the horizon?

Find out what happens when you create an overdrawn directors’ loan

​How does HMRC view these types of company?

​What are your options when it comes to property VAT?

There are special rules for correcting errors on VAT returns.

At a loss of knowing what to do to reduce future tax bills?