We all know that when we get into property that we are in for the long haul. But have you ever stopped to think how long that will be and what you can do to extend it. Then do I have a treat for you "Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams … Continue reading If I only had to recommend one book then this is it!
Month: January 2020
If you’re expecting a sizeable self-assessment tax bill for 31 January 2020. How and when can you reduce this, and if you can’t how can you manage the payment in the most cost-efficient way? HMRC’s pound of flesh If you’re late paying either of your January or July instalments of tax, HMRC will charge interest … Continue reading How to avoid late HMRC payment penalties and interest
With a view to keeping you this side of an HMRC penalty the deadlines for February 2020 are as follows: 1st February P46(car) deadline for the quarter to 5th January 2020. Tip: mThe form is only required when you first start to provide or permanently withdraw use of a car to an employee. 5th February … Continue reading HMRC February Deadlines
It's another New Year , but somethings never change as far as HMRC is concerned. Every month there are key deadlines and dates to remember. Overlook one and you risk incurring the wrath of HMRC. In January alone there are potentially nine things to get right, ranging from paying your corporation tax to filing a … Continue reading Never miss another tax deadline!
The Chancellor has announced the date for the first Budget in more than a year. What can you expect? What tax adjustments are expected? The Conservatives' manifesto mentioned a 1% increase to R&D tax credits and the structures and buildings allowance, along with a £1,000 increase to the employment allowance. The party promised that it … Continue reading The Budget has been set for 11 March 2020
This will not affect everyone one but if you inherited a property several years ago which you keep as a weekender. You want to retain the property but reduce its value in your estate for inheritance tax purposes. Is it possible to achieve both of these goals? It’s no give-away As you probably know, where … Continue reading How to minimise IHT if you own more than one property