There will be occasions when you may wish to provide small gifts to employees, throw a staff function or even treat yourself as the director.
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Working inside and outside IR35 – what are your options?
With more than six months since the private sector off-payroll (IR35) reforms were implemented, we look at the impact on contractors and how they can work both inside and outside IR35 compliantly via a dual solution. … [more]
Is your company’s Christmas party tax deductible?
As a limited company owner, you may feel that the tax system does you few favours. However, all is not lost, as there is still one benefit available to contractors each year - albeit a small one. … [more]
Being a limited company director – the basics
If you decide to start trading via your own limited company, you may at first be put off by the perceived 'hassle' associated with being running the company and becoming a director. However, if you hire a reputable accountant and undertake some basic … [more]
What is a director’s loan? Guide for limited companies
There may be a time when you need to borrow money from your own limited company - perhaps to finance a house deposit, or for a major purchase. Here we look at how director's loans are treated, and how you could face a hefty tax bill if you don't plan … [more]
What is business asset disposal (entrepreneurs’) relief and how does it work?
Are you thinking of winding up your limited company - possibly as a result of retirement, or due to the Off-Payroll (IR35) rules? Perhaps you want to sell all or part of your business to someone else? … [more]
Limited company expenses – interest, banking and finance costs
If you run a company, chances are, at some time you will need access to finance - loans, overdrafts, or other forms of borrowing. You may also have to pay ongoing changes for banking, hiring a car, or buying a car through the business. … [more]
Autumn Budget 2021 – tax rises confirmed to fund big spending
Aside from the price cut for a bottle of Prosecco, the 2021 Autumn Budget will be remembered mainly for confirming a wide range of future tax increases for both businesses and individuals, and unprecedented levels of public spending. … [more]
What is the £2,000 Dividend Allowance, and how does it work?
The 'dividend allowance' was put in place in April 2016 - it means that the first £2,000 of dividends you receive are tax-free. But how does this allowance work in practice for company owners? … [more]
Limited company registered address – what are my options?
When you apply to Companies House to form a company for the first time, you’ll have to provide a number of addresses, the most important one being your registered office address. … [more]
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