A new ‘failure to prevent fraud’ offence is being introduced by the Government to encourage businesses to do more to deter offending, which will ultimately protect themselves, consumers, and other businesses. The new legislation, which is likely to come into … Continue reading
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Striking the perfect balance: Director’s salary and dividends for 2023/24
As a business owner, determining the ideal salary for company directors can be tricky. Often, most directors will want to balance their salary and dividend payments to be as tax efficient as possible. The 2023/24 tax year presents an array … Continue reading
683,000 higher rate taxpayers opt out of child benefit as thresholds remain frozen
The High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) was introduced in 2013 and was set up to charge tax on individuals claiming child benefits who were earning a yearly income in excess of £50,000. The tax charges equate to the following: … Continue reading
Landlords are latest group targeted by HMRC ‘nudge’ letters
Residential landlords are the latest group to have been targeted in receiving ‘nudge’ letters from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The letters are part of a targeted ‘nudge’ campaign from HMRC to remind landlords of their obligation to declare their … Continue reading
What is the Residence Nil-Band Rate? And why does it matter to you?
The Residence Nil Band Rate (RNRB) was introduced by the Government in 2017 and benefits families passing on their main property to a direct descendent. Since its introduction, millions of families around the UK have benefitted from its ability to … Continue reading
