26-02-2026
How to claim child benefits

An application to claim child benefits can usually be made 48 hours after you have registered the birth of your child, or once a child comes to live with you. An application for child benefit can be ... read more

26-02-2026
Filling in NIC contribution gaps

National Insurance credits can help qualifying applicants to fill contribution gaps in their National Insurance record. This can help taxpayers increase their number of qualifying National Insurance ... read more

26-02-2026
When not to charge VAT

When issuing invoices, it is important to apply the correct VAT treatment. In some cases, that means not charging VAT at all. Although most UK businesses charge VAT at the standard rate of 20%, there ... read more

26-02-2026
Tax effects of letting out part of your home

If you have tenants living in your property, it is important to understand the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) implications. In most cases, there is no CGT to pay when you sell a property that has been your ... read more

26-02-2026
Which supplies are zero rated for VAT?

Understanding which supplies are zero rated for VAT is essential for any business. A zero-rated supply is still a taxable supply, but it is charged at a 0% VAT rate. This distinction is important ... read more

26-02-2026
Meaning of trade for tax purposes

The meaning of trade for tax purposes, often referred to as HMRC’s “badges of trade” test helps determine whether an activity is a genuine business or simply a personal hobby. While the ... read more

23-02-2026
Why inflation matters when funding pension funds

When planning pension funding, inflation is often acknowledged but not always fully reflected in contribution decisions. Using an average inflation rate of around 5% over recent years helps to ... read more

23-02-2026
Creative businesses to benefit from government finance package

The government has announced a new package of measures designed to improve access to finance for creative businesses across the UK. The initiative aims to support firms operating in areas such as ... read more

19-02-2026
Check how to claim a tax refund

If you believe that you have overpaid tax to HMRC, you may be entitled to claim a tax refund. Overpayments can occur for a variety of reasons, including changes to employment, incorrect tax codes or ... read more

19-02-2026
HMRC reminder for self-employed and landlords

If you have not yet checked whether you need to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, you should do so urgently. HMRC has issued a timely reminder that for many self-employed and landlords the ... read more