A reminder of the tax rules for online sellers
Tax rules for selling on platforms like eBay and Airbnb have shifted. Find out what it means for your sales and when tax really applies. Read on to stay informed! #TaxUpdate #OnlineSelling #HMRC
Verify your ID at Companies House
ID checks at Companies House are rolling out – if you're a company director or have significant control, it's time to get verified. Most can do it online or in person at selected Post Offices. Don't miss out, find out why this matters to you today. #businessupdate #CompaniesHouse #IDverification
Self-employed National Insurance
Alert for the self-employed: Class 4 National Insurance contributions now apply from £12,570 profits, with exemptions to keep in mind. Read on to find out if you should explore voluntary Class 2 payments and how this might affect your State Pension eligibility. #NationalInsurance #SelfEmployed #FinanceTips
Setting off losses against other income sources
If you are self-employed or a member of a partnership, you may be able to claim tax relief when your business makes a loss. There are several ways trading losses can be used, but each loss can only be used once and specific conditions apply. #TaxLosses #PersonalTax #HMRC
Car and travel expenses if self-employed
Did you know you could reduce your tax bill by claiming allowed car and travel expenses if you're self-employed? From fuel to hotel stays, find out what counts and what doesn't. Ready to unlock potential savings? Read on! #selfemployed #taxsavings #businessexpenses #travelcosts #UKtax
MTD – when the quarterly returns to HMRC are due
Alert for anyone submitting Making tax Digital income tax updates from April 2026: Quarterly deadlines to HMRC are set and penalties could follow if missed. Find out why staying on schedule matters and how to keep things simple. Read on to keep your filings smooth! #tax #HMRC #MakingTaxDigital #finance #UKtax
Rolling over Capital Gains
Alert for business owners: Did you know you can defer Capital Gains Tax by rolling over gains into new assets? This could ease your tax bill when upgrading your business equipment. Find out why this might be a game-changer for your finances today! #BusinessTax #CapitalGains #FinanceTips
Hobby or Business?
Have you ever wondered if your beloved hobby is actually a business in disguise?
Still time to top up your pension contributions
With the end of the 2025–26 tax year approaching on 5 April 2026, there is still time for taxpayers to increase their pension savings and benefit from valuable tax relief. Pension contributions remain one of the most tax-efficient ways to save for retirement, with relief available at a taxpayer’s highest marginal rate.
Dividend Tax Rates are Increasing
Company directors & shareholders — dividend tax rates are increasing from 6 April 2026
Who needs to file a self-assessment tax return
Are you self-employed or earning over £150,000? You may need to file a self-assessment tax return! Find out why it could affect you today.
Spring Statement 2026
The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves has confirmed that she will deliver the Spring Statement to the House of Commons on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
Check your National Insurance record
It is recommended to check your National Insurance record as this can affect your future entitlement to the State Pension and other benefits.
Making Tax Digital
If you have not yet checked if and when you need to use Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, you should do so as a matter of urgency. This is because from April 2026 the way many individuals report their tax to HMRC will change significantly.
Expenses for the self-employed
If you are self-employed, knowing which everyday costs you can legitimately claim can make a real difference to how much tax you end up paying.
Selling a second property?
CGT on certain UK residential property sales often has a strict 60-day reporting and payment deadline, so early planning can avoid penalties.
Saving tax using the Marriage Allowance
If one partner earns under £12,570, you could transfer part of their unused personal allowance and cut your tax bill by up to £252 a year.
Pre-trading expenditure for companies
Starting a new business can be expensive, but many of your pre-trading costs may qualify for tax relief if they meet the right conditions.