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HMRC recently updated its guidance on the reimbursement of travel costs to employees and what this means for hybrid workers.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-updates-commuting-cost-guidance-for-wfh-employees/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 Read MoreGifting is perhaps one of the most tax efficient inheritance tax planning strategies and can be highly effective; gifts made<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/dont-get-caught-by-the-double-tax-trap/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2024 Read MoreIf you are a small company director/ shareholder, as the new 2024/25 tax year gets underway, now is a good<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/options-for-extracting-company-profits-tax-efficiently-in-2024/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2024 Read MoreLandlords continue to face more challenges when dealing with HMRC, as policies have become stricter and less tax advantaged. Now<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-admits-mtd-will-be-costly-for-landlords/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2024 Read MoreThe outcomes of an earlier review by the government into mixed-use property purchases and multiple dwellings relief (MDR), was announced<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/multiple-dwellings-stamp-duty-relief-is-removed-in-2024-budget/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 18th, 2024 Read MoreIn yet another blow to property investors, the 2024 Spring Budget heralded the end of tax advantages to the furnished<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/holidays-are-coming-to-an-end-for-fhl-owners/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 18th, 2024 Read MoreâNon domsâ – people who are resident in the UK but classified as non-UK domiciled for tax purposes (officially known<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-changes-for-non-doms/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 18th, 2024 Read MoreIntense pressure to cut taxes and help with the cost of living has led to the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt reducing<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/nics-are-reduced-for-employees-and-the-self-employed-in-2024-spring-budget/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 18th, 2024 Read MoreChancellor Jeremy Huntâs 2024 Spring Budget took place today but as is usual these days a lot of the announcements<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-will-todays-spring-budget-impact-you/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 6th, 2024 Read MoreIf paying your tax bill and parting with hard earned cash seems a nuisance, giving HMRC an extra ÂŁ100 must<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/1-1-million-taxpayers-miss-self-assessment-tax-return-deadline/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 Read MoreCapital allowances continue to be a very valuable form of tax relief for businesses and now the rules relating to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/capital-allowances-rules-are-updated-for-mixed-partnerships/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 Read MoreResearch into the numbers of new HMRC tax enquiries being opened is showing a significant increase. There are now over<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/higher-numbers-of-hmrc-tax-enquiries-raised/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 Read MoreAs the end of the 2023/24 tax year is fast approaching, we thought it would be useful to have a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/be-informed-of-tax-changes-coming-from-april-2024/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 Read MoreAre you one of the 44% of people in the UK with a side hustle? Among Gen Z this proportion<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/now-hmrc-wants-a-slice-of-your-side-hustle-action/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024 Read MoreRunning a business can be hard work. Maybe you work long hours and have little time for holidays. Thereâs the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-ways-to-handle-a-directors-loan/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 22nd, 2024 Read MoreResearch compiled by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) revealed that 9% of UK adults (4.97 million people) owned cryptoassets in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/time-to-declare-cryptogains/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 22nd, 2024 Read MoreThe R&D tax credit rules will be changing soon, from 1 April 2024, but the latest information issued by the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-the-latest-amendments-to-rd-tax-relief-rules/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 22nd, 2024 Read MoreWeâre gifting tax tips this festive season! Or at least, handy reminders of some of this yearâs best tax blogs.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/getting-festive-with-12-days-of-tax-tips/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 12th, 2023 Read MoreAs published on the official Gov.org website, if you are a UK tax resident and you hold a bank account<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/if-you-have-offshore-assets-you-must-disclose-them/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2023 Read MoreWe have written a couple of articles about this issue and given how much money could be at stake, hereâs<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/self-employed-and-partnerships-plan-to-avoid-a-possible-high-tax-bill-in-2025/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2023 Read MoreTodayâs Autumn Statement was widely leaked over the past few days but itâs never official until itâs included in the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-does-the-2023-autumn-statement-affect-you/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2023 Read MoreCollecting tax by stealth is something the government is very good at. Freezing personal allowances and tax rate thresholds whilst<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/whats-the-best-way-to-increase-tax-do-nothing/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 21st, 2023 Read MoreIt is never wise to make financial decisions based purely on tax implications. Tax legislation changes and whilst tax planning<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/beware-of-property-rental-tax-planning-schemes/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 26th, 2023 Read MoreHMRC has amended its guidance on the tax payable for electric charging of company cars and vans at residential properties.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/charging-electric-company-vehicles-at-home-becomes-more-tax-efficient/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 26th, 2023 Read MoreBusiness Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) offers reasonable tax relief for business owners and shareholders but there are strict qualifying criteria<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-business-asset-disposal-relief-badr/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 26th, 2023 Read MoreThe substantial shareholding exemption (SSE) is tax relief that is available to companies that pay UK corporation tax. If available,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/qualifying-for-substantial-shareholding-exemption/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 26th, 2023 Read MoreDo your eyes glaze over when you get HMRCâs letter in the post informing you what your tax code is?<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-rolls-out-helpful-new-online-services/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 15th, 2023 Read MoreIt is common knowledge that if you use a privately owned car for business purposes, you are entitled to claim<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/could-you-reclaim-nics-paid-out-for-company-car-allowance-payments/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 15th, 2023 Read MoreAlthough HMRC may be quite understanding when it comes to being a little bit late with tax payments, it is<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/bank-of-hmrc-interest-rates-rise-significantly/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 15th, 2023 Read MoreBasis period reform is an accounting change that was introduced in the 2021 Autumn Budget and is in the process<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/getting-overlap-relief-for-basis-period-reform/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 15th, 2023 Read MoreThere are some significant changes that have recently been introduced in relation to R&D tax credits, with effect from varying<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/key-changes-to-rd-tax-relief-schemes/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 29th, 2023 Read MoreA well established business to business loyalty card scheme, B2BTradecard, may be resulting in unforeseen tax implications for its users.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/too-good-to-be-true-tax-saving-loyalty-card-scheme-is-a-con/"> More…</a>
Friday, August 25th, 2023 Read MoreEmployee share schemes are often a good way to incentivise staff; by giving them a share in the future success<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-effective-are-tax-advantaged-share-schemes/"> More…</a>
Friday, August 25th, 2023 Read MoreAs every business owner should know, never underestimate the potential impact of cashflow. Sound businesses have fallen victim to the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/online-vat-time-to-pay-scheme-isnt-fix-for-cashflow-problems/"> More…</a>
Friday, August 25th, 2023 Read MoreIn the same way that businesses generate revenue projections to help them plan for the future, HMRC adopts a projected<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/small-businesses-creating-56-of-tax-gap/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 20th, 2023 Read MoreProbate is one of the aspects of dealing with a deceasedâs estate that is particularly confusing. We are asked a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/obtaining-probate-your-questions-answered/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 20th, 2023 Read MoreAny taxpayers that only receive their income through PAYE and who are earning between ÂŁ100,000 and ÂŁ150,000 will no longer<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/self-assessment-threshold-changes-to-reduce-tax-return-numbers/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 20th, 2023 Read MoreWe always try to stay vigilant and warn readers about scams and fake emails. A new one has been doing<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/companies-be-aware-of-gdpr-tax-relief-scam/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 Read MoreHMRC has been using nudge letters to prod taxpayers who they believe could have either underpaid tax or made a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-hmrc-nudge-letter-campaign-for-pscs/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 Read MorePreviously, some smaller SME businesses with annual sales of less than ÂŁ150,000 have found the flat rate VAT scheme beneficial<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/would-you-be-better-off-with-traditional-vat-accounting/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 29th, 2023 Read MoreMaking a mistake on your tax return can create significant problems if itâs not addressed properly. In the eyes of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/made-a-mistake-on-your-tax-return-time-to-consider-a-voluntary-disclosure/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 29th, 2023 Read MoreThe government has made changes to the R&D tax relief legislation in recent Budgets. The changes have been introduced to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-navigate-the-new-stricter-rd-tax-credit-rules/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 29th, 2023 Read MoreThe Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) rules are known for being complex and burdensome, so a new consultation launched by HMRC<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-consultation-to-simplify-construction-industry-scheme-cis/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 29th, 2023 Read MoreCorporation tax was increased to 25% on 1 April 2023 and this change, together with previous changes to the way<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/when-less-definitely-means-more-navigating-dividends-with-recent-corporation-tax-changes/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 25th, 2023 Read MoreChanges to the taxation of buy-to-let property, such as the reduction in mortgage interest relief and the increase in stamp<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/consultation-over-short-term-holiday-let-planning-restrictions/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 11th, 2023 Read MoreThe Treasury recently undertook a consultation on its proposals to review R&D tax credits and intends to merge the current<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/over-50-of-smes-say-rd-tax-credits-reform-will-disadvantage-them/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 11th, 2023 Read MoreCurrently one of the fastest growing sources of revenue for the Treasury is inheritance tax which generated ÂŁ7.1bn in the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/iht-is-uks-fastest-growing-tax-is-there-anything-you-can-do-to-reduce-your-exposure/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 11th, 2023 Read MoreIt is now mandatory to submit P11Ds and P11D(b)s online and has been since 6 April 2023. This is another<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/p11ds-go-digital-in-april/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 Read MoreSelling shares in a company to a third party as an exit strategy has become slightly more challenging in recent<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/could-an-employee-ownership-trust-be-your-exit-strategy/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 Read MoreAs the new tax year gets underway, you might be considering how you could be more proactive in taking advantage<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ideas-for-proactive-tax-planning-in-the-2023-24-tax-year/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 24th, 2023 Read MoreThis affects those who are self-employed or are partners in a partnership or LLP. Basis period reform was introduced in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/get-ready-to-transition-basis-period-reform/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 24th, 2023 Read MoreWhilst most taxes are increasing, the Chancellor is keen to encourage business investment, and this is evident in the enhancements<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-navigate-the-new-capital-allowances-rules/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 Read MoreThere are plenty of tax changes on the horizon which will impact SME owners and that are due to come<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/five-tax-planning-actions-that-smes-should-consider-now/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 Read MoreIn the 2023 spring budget Jeremy Hunt announced plans to introduce tougher penalties for people found guilty of tax fraud.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-toughens-up-on-tax-evaders/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 Read MoreThe picture the Chancellor was trying to paint was one of optimism rather than doom and gloom. He shared figures<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/was-this-a-budget-for-innovation-sustainable-growth-and-employment/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 16th, 2023 Read MoreHM Revenue & Customs have started two new campaigns to target taxpayers suspected of not paying enough tax. This time,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/more-nudge-letters-issued-by-hmrc/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 13th, 2023 Read MoreJeremy Hunt is due to deliver his Spring Budget on 15 March 2023 and there has been a lot of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ten-fiscal-policies-we-might-see-announced-in-the-spring-budget-2023/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 21st, 2023 Read MoreData obtained by the Financial Times relating to small business revenues appears to show a trend for business owners to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-you-curbing-business-growth-to-limit-vat/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 16th, 2023 Read MoreBuy to let has become a more challenging proposition for many investors over recent years  due to the reduction in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/could-you-use-a-tax-credit-to-reduce-your-self-assessment-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 16th, 2023 Read MoreThe new tax year 2023/24 starts on 6 April 2023 and it will see the arrival of more flexible rules<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-capital-gains-tax-legislation-for-divorcing-couples/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 16th, 2023 Read MoreInheritance tax (IHT) continues to be an emotive topic – recent figures released show that it is a good source<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/possible-inheritance-tax-changes-on-the-horizon/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 Read More2023-2024 Capital Gains Allowance Changes As announced in the November 2022 Autumn Statement, the annual allowance for capital gains tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/property-tax-update-capital-gains-tax-and-lettings-relief/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 24th, 2023 Read MoreDuring 2020 and 2021, UK companies claimed ÂŁ6.6bn of tax relief support for R&D – it has been an invaluable<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-planning-4-investment-options-when-rd-tax-credits-are-restricted/"> More…</a>
Friday, January 20th, 2023 Read MoreThe Covid pandemic has made working from home commonplace and even now, some businesses have continued with remote operations because<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/cross-border-workers-need-greater-tax-transparency/"> More…</a>
Friday, January 20th, 2023 Read MoreSelf-employed business owners and landlords will soon need to comply with MTD (Making Tax Digital) when they submit their tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mtd-for-itsa-new-self-assessment-rules-for-business-owners-and-landlords/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 Read MoreGifts are often one of the most tax efficient ways to pass on assets during lifetime, either to family members<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-rules-for-the-season-of-giving/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 Read MoreSwitching to electric vehicles (EVs) can be very tax efficient and you may wish to consider offering them to employees<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/would-an-electric-vehicle-company-car-scheme-benefit-your-business-in-2023/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 13th, 2022 Read MoreThe Autumn Statement contained a number of changes that have implications for higher earners, directors of limited companies and any<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-a-cocktail-of-dividend-allowance-cuts-and-tax-increases-could-affect-you/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 29th, 2022 Read MoreIt is fair to say that Jeremy Hunt the current Chancellor has one of the UKâs toughest jobs. It is<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-will-the-cuts-to-rd-tax-credits-affect-your-bottom-line/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 28th, 2022 Read MoreSome new VAT late filing and payment penalties and new VAT interest charges are being introduced very soon. The changes<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-vat-penalties-and-vat-interest-charges-from-jan-2023/"> More…</a>
Friday, November 18th, 2022 Read MoreâDifficult decisionsâ was the catch phrase in yesterdayâs Autumn Statement delivered by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. He repeated this continually during<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/autumn-statement-2022-key-tax-announcements/"> More…</a>
Friday, November 18th, 2022 Read MoreGiants’ Eli Manning ‘appears To Win Big’ In Late-night On Line Casino Hot Streak How To Play Craps Rules Content<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/giants-eli-manning-appears-to-win-big-in-late-night-on-line-casino-hot-strea/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 10th, 2022 Read MoreRising costs are hitting almost every household hard and if you are an employer, you might be considering how to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/easing-the-cost-of-living-crisis-a-guide-for-employers/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 18th, 2022 Read MoreThe SEIS (Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme) is a vital source of funding for start up companies. It is also useful<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/enhancements-to-seis/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 13th, 2022 Read MoreThe level of power wielded by HMRC to obtain information from third parties has increased very significantly in recent years.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/selling-on-ebay-ensure-you-declare-your-revenues/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 Read MoreWe have written before about the rules in place requiring taxpayers who own a second home to report online and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/have-you-had-a-second-home-nudge-letter/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 Read MoreUpdated on 3 and 26 October 2022 Following weeks of controversy, we have a new Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/biggest-tax-cutting-budget-for-50-years/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 26th, 2022 Read MoreLand remediation relief (LRR) is a useful tax relief that can sometimes be overlooked. It is worth checking if it<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/property-tax-update-could-you-benefit-from-land-remediation-relief/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 19th, 2022 Read MoreA string of high profile âIR35â cases have emerged over the last few years, including Gary Lineker, Lorraine Kelly, Eamon<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/could-you-be-caught-by-ir35/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 15th, 2022 Read MoreA new requirement to register trusts online with HMRC came into operation on 1 September 2022. This is part of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/deadline-for-new-online-trust-registration-service/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 5th, 2022 Read MoreFamily structures are getting more and more complicated these days and it can make understanding the rules about âconnected personsâ<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/family-ties-and-tax-understanding-connected-persons/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 24th, 2022 Read MoreCorporation tax is being increased to 25% from April 2023, representing a significant jump from the current 19% rate. This<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-you-employ-a-family-member-to-reduce-tax/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 24th, 2022 Read MoreIn July, the government published draft legislation on what to expect in the Finance Bill 2022-23. It included details of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-is-coming-in-finance-bill-2022-23/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 24th, 2022 Read MoreThe R&D tax credit scheme has been extremely successful in encouraging innovation among UK businesses. Records from Gov.uk show that<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rd-tax-credit-rules-become-stricter/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 24th, 2022 Read MoreHaving buy-to-let property is already challenging enough for landlords as a result of all the tax policy changes that have<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-new-energy-efficient-improvements-on-buy-to-lets-tax-deductible/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 28th, 2022 Read MoreMy most recent visit to the petrol station really highlighted just how much fuel costs have increased in recent months<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mileage-rates-make-business-use-of-personally-owned-cars-unviable/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 28th, 2022 Read MoreHybrid working is now a common workplace policy across the UK and means employees get the chance to flex working<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-could-hybrid-working-impact-expense-claims-and-p11d-reporting/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 28th, 2022 Read MoreWhen Budgets come and go and tax rates are not increased but tax allowance thresholds are frozen, you might breathe<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/higher-rate-tax/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 28th, 2022 Read MoreThe new Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) rules for the construction industry came into effect on 1 March 2021 and ever<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/construction-industry-update-clarifying-the-drc-domestic-reverse-charge-rules/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 28th, 2022 Read MoreThis is an annual charge that may be due where a company, which includes an LLP with a corporate partner,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/property-tax-update-understanding-ated-annual-tax-on-enveloped-dwellings/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 Read MoreIf you are a business owner and offer your employees benefits in kind, you will be familiar with forms P11D.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/is-it-time-to-review-your-payroll-operations/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 Read MoreThe arrival of Covid-19 caused all sorts of challenges for people who were trying to write wills, manage inheritance tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/grant-of-probate-2/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 21st, 2022 Read MoreThe tightening of the IR35 legislation has made it more difficult for contractors to reduce their tax liabilities by operating<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/beware-of-tax-efficient-investments-involving-offshore-trusts/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 26th, 2022 Read MoreThe recent decision by one London law firm to enforce a rule that staff wanting to work from home full<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/would-you-cut-salaries-by-20-through-salary-sacrifice/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 26th, 2022 Read MoreOne of the big benefits of investing in shares on AIM is the tax advantage it offers, because AIM shares<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/using-aim-investments-to-mitigate-iht/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 26th, 2022 Read MoreResearch and Development tax relief has become one of the UKâs most successful tax advantaged incentives for companies. Government figures<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/important-changes-to-rd-tax-credits-scheme/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 26th, 2022 Read MoreThe Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) allows businesses to offset the cost of eligible plant and machinery purchases to reduce taxable<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/managing-the-reduction-to-aia-annual-investment-allowance/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 29th, 2022 Read MoreThere are plenty of press articles currently focusing on households struggling with the cost of living increases, and of course<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mitigating-the-worst-impacts-of-an-inflationary-environment/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 29th, 2022 Read MoreOne of the legacies of the Covid-19 disruption is tax debt â the difference between your agreed tax liabilities and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-manage-a-tax-debt-with-hmrc/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 26th, 2022 Read MoreEnterprise management incentive (EMI) options are popular with SMEs because they are highly tax advantaged. Providing that the relevant conditions<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ensure-your-company-reorganisation-doesnt-impact-its-emi-eligibility/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 Read MoreSome interesting developments are on the horizon for businesses, with extra tax reliefs and income tax cuts promised in todayâs<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/more-help-coming-but-not-quite-yet-chancellors-spring-statement-2022/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022 Read MoreIf you are a contractor you will be aware of changes introduced recently to the IR35 legislation. Being caught by<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ir35-changes-understanding-the-difference-between-subcontracting-and-substitution/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 24th, 2022 Read MoreHave you got a personal pension? Interested in making ad hoc withdrawals? Or have you been making withdrawals already? Under<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/have-you-overpaid-tax-on-your-pension-pot/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 24th, 2022 Read MoreInheritance tax (IHT) planning is one of the most emotive areas of our work with clients. Very often IHT is<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/effective-iht-planning-making-gifts-outside-your-estate/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 24th, 2022 Read MoreAccording to research by CNBC, 1 in 10 people have now invested in cryptocurrency, with 65% starting to dabble in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-handle-cryptoasset-gains-what-are-the-tax-implications/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 24th, 2022 Read MoreAll businesses involved in the construction industry are required to register for CIS; the Construction Industry Scheme, but limited companies<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/cis-how-deductions-and-refunds-can-vary/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 24th, 2022 Read MoreJanuary can be a good time to take a close look at your personal tax situation because it allows enough<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-planning-ideas-3-ways-taxes-might-increase-in-the-coming-tax-year/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 24th, 2022 Read MoreElectric cars are more popular than ever thanks to all the tax breaks available. It used to be the case<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-guidance-on-vat-reclaims-for-electric-vehicle-charging-costs/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 17th, 2022 Read MoreHMRC will be introducing Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT as a mandatory requirement for all VAT-registered businesses from 1<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mtd-for-vat-coming-in-april-for-all-vat-registered-businesses/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 17th, 2022 Read MoreIf you are panicking about getting your tax return in by the 31 January, you can breathe a small sigh<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/self-assessment-deadline-extended/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 11th, 2022 Read MoreThe Government is increasing dividend tax (and national insurance) by 1.25% and this will have quite an impact on shareholders.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/planning-ahead-for-the-increase-to-dividend-tax/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 29th, 2021 Read MoreIt was confirmed in the 2021 Autumn Budget that the blanket change requiring sole traders and landlords to declare profits<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/accounting-changes-tax-year-basis-from-april-2024/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 9th, 2021 Read MoreFor UK companies, one of the biggest taxes to be planning ahead for is the increase to corporation tax. The<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/planning-ahead-for-the-corporation-tax-increase-in-2023/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 9th, 2021 Read MoreOne of the hidden changes in the Autumn Budget 2021 was confirmation that the deadline for submitting a tax return<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/cgt-deadline-extended-to-60-days/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021 Read MoreThis Budget was in many ways a landmark event; it provided the forum for Chancellor Rishi Sunak to set out<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-age-budget-for-the-new-normal-budget-2021-outcomes/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 28th, 2021 Read MoreOne of the effects of the impending increase to personal taxes has been fresh interest in VCTs (venture capital trusts).<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vcts-boom-ahead-of-dividend-tax-increases/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 25th, 2021 Read MoreRules are now in place requiring taxpayers to file and pay CGT due on residential property sales within 30 days<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/complexity-of-filing-paper-based-cgt-returns-for-property/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 21st, 2021 Read MoreThe Chancellor will reveal his autumn spending review on 27 October and some of the expected announcements are being leaked<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-2021-predictions-what-to-expect-in-rishi-sunaks-autumn-budget/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 21st, 2021 Read MoreSome significant changes may be coming into operation that will have an impact on unincorporated business owners who are required<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/proposals-for-unincorporated-businesses-could-mean-extra-tax-in-the-short-term/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 28th, 2021 Read MoreThe need for self-employed business owners and landlords to submit an annual tax return is changing. The old system is<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-self-assessment-for-business-owners-and-landlords/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 28th, 2021 Read MoreSome of the recent tax cases published involving HMRC and small business owners have been very dramatic, resulting in penalties<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-penalty-cases-illustrate-importance-of-good-tax-advice/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 28th, 2021 Read MoreWe all knew some tax increases were coming to cover the cost of Covid-19. Business owners are already aware of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/business-owners-will-face-triple-tax-rise-from-health-and-social-care-levy/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 8th, 2021 Read MoreFor many unincorporated businesses, the last tax year will have been a very tough period to have been trading. There<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/accessing-loss-relief-for-self-employed-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 26th, 2021 Read MoreDue to Brexit, there are now different rules in respect of the EU VAT refund process. UK businesses can no<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-claim-post-brexit-vat-refunds/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 24th, 2021 Read MoreNow that Covid restrictions have been lifted and life is returning to ânormalityâ again, you might be considering whether to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-advantages-of-electric-vehicles/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 24th, 2021 Read MoreAccording to government data, over 40 of the UKâs FTSE 100 companies have signed up to the United Nationâs Race to Zero<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-are-the-tax-incentives-to-help-your-business-become-net-zero/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 24th, 2021 Read MoreIf you have overseas assets, or you receive income or gains from overseas assets, you may have received a letter<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/have-you-had-a-nudge-letter-from-hmrc/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 20th, 2021 Read MoreVenture capital trusts (VCTs) and the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) have been available for many years, and they remain as<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-tax-benefits-of-investing-in-eis-and-vct-companies/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 20th, 2021 Read MoreThe government tends to try and make us believe that taxes are going down. After all, the personal allowance is<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/uk-taxpayer-receipts-double-since-2000/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 20th, 2021 Read MoreIf you have recently purchased an investment property and are planning to rent it out, you might be wondering whether<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-you-claim-pre-letting-costs-and-repairs-to-a-property/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 20th, 2021 Read MoreDuring the 2021/22 tax year, some important changes to the IR35 legislation came into effect which, if applicable to you<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-the-off-payroll-working-ir35-legislation/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 Read MoreVAT legislation originally introduced in 2012 is starting to have an impact on the relevant business service providers now, as<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/should-you-be-charging-vat-for-the-provision-of-storage-services/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 29th, 2021 Read MoreCovid has increased the inequality between the affluent and the not so affluent very significantly and has unfortunately created a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-reasons-to-consider-bpr-for-iht-planning/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021 Read MoreThe fifth and final self-employed income support scheme (SEISS) grant has now been unveiled by the government and from July<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/seiss-5-challenges-taxpayers-with-new-turnover-test-to-receive-grants/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021 Read MoreRishi Sunakâs super deduction policy, whereby companies can claim 130% tax relief on investment made in plant and machinery between<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/super-deduction-for-companies-or-super-delusion/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 27th, 2021 Read MoreNew VAT e-commerce rules will apply with effect from the 1st of July 2021. The start of these rules was<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-new-vat-e-commerce-rules-for-post-brexit-trade/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 18th, 2021 Read MoreThe Covid-19 pandemic has created a very different environment for businesses and individuals alike. Some people in industries such as<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/post-covid-tax-year-resolutions-for-the-new-normal/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 13th, 2021 Read MoreIf you have a furnished holiday let (FHL) you will be aware of the requirements concerning availability and actual rental<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-relief-on-furnished-holiday-lettings-and-covid-19/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 13th, 2021 Read MoreDid you know that without careful tax planning, many people in the UK – and not the ultra-wealthy – will<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-how-to-avoid-punitive-60-tax-rates/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 29th, 2021 Read MoreIf you are receiving the SEISS 4 grant to cover self-employment earnings losses due to Covid-19, you may not be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/amending-tax-returns-may-mean-repaying-seiss-grants/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 27th, 2021 Read MoreThe government has launched new proposals to effectively bring forward the future payment of taxes for millions of individuals and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/all-change-on-the-tax-front-with-new-real-time-tax-consultation-underway/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 26th, 2021 Read MoreWhen you run a limited company, the finances must be carefully managed and kept quite separate from personal monies. This<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-use-your-directors-loan-account-effectively/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 26th, 2021 Read MoreNew customs and tax rules have been introduced for the movement of goods between the UK and countries in the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-stay-informed-about-new-uk-eu-customs-and-tax-rules/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 22nd, 2021 Read MoreHMRC has announced that self-assessment taxpayers will not be charged the initial 5% late payment penalty provided they either pay<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-time-to-pay-update-how-to-avoid-the-5-penalty/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 17th, 2021 Read MoreIn the recent Budget 2021, Rishi Sunak announced some extra support available for the self-employed people previously unable to claim<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-rounds-4-and-5-of-covid-19-seiss-self-employed-income-support-scheme/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 Read MoreIn recognition of the issues facing businesses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has made new grants<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-2021-3-year-loss-carry-back-extension-for-unincorporated-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 Read MoreA range of new grants and loans are being made available for companies as we start to emerge from the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-2021-3-year-loss-carry-back-extension-for-companies/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 Read MoreTo help boost investment rates, Rishi Sunak announced in the Budget 2021 a new âsuper deductionâ of 130% is available<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-2021-new-super-deduction-capital-allowances-for-companies/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 Read MoreAsk almost anyone the name of the Chancellor of the Exchequer a few years ago and many people could not<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/spring-budget-2021-update-whats-in-it-for-you/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 Read MoreThe current tax year (2020-21) will end on 5 April 2021 and we are all expecting tax increases shortly to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-tax-free-allowances/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 25th, 2021 Read MoreNew guidance from HMRC has outlined how to register for the online service to pay VAT payments that were deferred<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/paying-covid-deferred-vat/"> More…</a>
Friday, February 12th, 2021 Read MoreThe quick roll-out of government loans and the ability to âfurloughâ employees have certainly been useful to businesses and have<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-do-government-loans-and-furlough-affect-rd-claims/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 11th, 2021 Read MoreRishi Sunak will be delivering his spring budget on 3 March 2021, and likely tax announcements are becoming hotly anticipated.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-possible-tax-changes-in-the-spring-2021-budget/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 10th, 2021 Read MoreThe stamp duty holiday certainly had the desired effect and has helped create a mini property boom at a time<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/stamp-duty-holiday-finishes-at-the-end-of-march/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 9th, 2021 Read MoreMany small company directors were excluded from the first two furlough schemes because they paid themselves an annual salary at<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/furlough-claims-for-annually-paid-company-directors/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 Read MoreAfter being delayed in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the anticipated revisions to IR35 (known as off-payroll working) are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/april-2021-changes-to-the-tax-rules-for-contractors-and-consultants-providing-their-services-through-a-personal-service-company-psc/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 Read MoreHMRC have just announced that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, any self-assessment taxpayers who cannot file their tax return by<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/self-assessment-late-filing-penalty-scrapped-for-tax-returns-received-by-28th-february/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 25th, 2021 Read MoreMore than 12 million people will be submitting their 2019/20 self-assessment tax return online by 31 January 2021. This includes<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-returns-are-still-due-on-31-january-even-in-a-pandemic/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 21st, 2021 Read MoreIn recent weeks we have received a number of queries about capital gains tax due when a property is sold.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-capital-gains-tax-on-property-sales/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 21st, 2021 Read MoreThe VAT Domestic Reverse Charge (VDRC) rules for the construction industry will finally come into operation on 1 March 2021<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-domestic-reverse-charge-how-will-it-impact-the-construction-industry-2/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 18th, 2021 Read MoreCovid-19 has hit businesses in a way that no-one could have imagined. With nearly two-thirds of entrepreneurs feeling their business<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-key-ways-to-minimise-negative-stress-on-your-business/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 13th, 2021 Read MoreNew Year, New Lockdown. The Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed that firms who will suffer during the new lockdown are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/lockdown-3-0-new-4-6-billion-package-of-grants-unveiled-for-businesses-in-new-lockdown/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 5th, 2021 Read MoreGeneral If you are importing or exporting goods after 31st December, you will need an EORI number. You can apply<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/post-brexit-advice-for-businesses/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, December 16th, 2020 Read MoreIf you currently provide B2C services to customers in the EU, you should be aware of some important changes to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/planning-for-brexit-services-provided-by-businesses-for-consumers-in-the-eu/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 15th, 2020 Read MoreGiven that Brexit negotiations are still not concluded, there is still a fair amount of uncertainty in the business community<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/eori-the-one-thing-your-business-might-need-before-brexit/"> More…</a>
Monday, December 7th, 2020 Read MoreThis year the usual work Christmas parties and team dinners are not going to be possible for obvious reasons and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-are-the-tax-free-rules-for-a-covid-christmas/"> More…</a>
Monday, December 7th, 2020 Read MoreOne aspect of the Chancellor’s Winter Economy Plan that has not been postponed is the VAT deferral scheme. According to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-vat-deferral-payment-scheme-announced/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 30th, 2020 Read MoreAs a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, your companyâs business may be running at a loss or facing reduced profit<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-efficient-remuneration-ideas-during-a-pandemic/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 25th, 2020 Read MoreIf your business is making ongoing investments to adjust to the Covid pandemic, you may be cheered to learn that<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/1m-capital-allowances-extension-available-for-another-12-months/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 18th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated: 18 December 2020 The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough scheme) has been extended again and will currently finish on 30<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-the-furlough-scheme/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 17th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated: 18 December 2020 Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the furlough scheme will be continuing until 30 April 2021. The<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/lockdown-2-0-furlough-scheme-will-be-extended-until-the-end-of-march-2021/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 5th, 2020 Read MoreEngland is entering a second lockdown on 5 November 2020 and the government has announced some additional support measures to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/lockdown-2-0-extra-support-for-businesses-and-individuals/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020 Read MoreOn 5 November 2020, people in England will wake up to a second lockdown that sees restaurants, pubs, gyms and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/lockdown-2-0-self-employed-to-get-enhanced-80-grant-matching-furlough-scheme/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020 Read MoreAs a result of the impending second lockdown, the UK government has confirmed the existing Coronavirus Job Support Scheme (CJRS)<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/extended-furlough-scheme/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 2nd, 2020 Read MoreYouâve probably seen the TV advertising campaign urging us to âget Brexit-readyâ! But what does getting âBrexit-readyâ entail when it<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/get-your-vat-brexit-ready/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 27th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated: 12 November 2020 Rishi Sunak has confirmed the Job Support Scheme (JSS), which was due to replace furlough from<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/increased-support-for-covid-hit-jobs-and-workers-unveiled/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 22nd, 2020 Read MoreIf you have a rental property, it is important to report the rental profits to HMRC on a self-assessment tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-powers-does-hmrc-have-to-spot-missing-rental-income/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 12th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated 12 November 2020 The furlough scheme (Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme) will now be ending at the end of March<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/apply-the-new-job-support-scheme-across-your-workforce/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 12th, 2020 Read MoreIn his Winter Economy Plan, Rishi Sunak announced some new, enhanced payment arrangements for people who are paying income and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-details-of-enhanced-time-to-pay-for-self-assessment-tax/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated: 12 November 2020 Due to the continuation of the furlough scheme until March 2021 the Job Retention Bonus (JRB),<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/update-for-employers-will-you-be-eligible-for-the-covid-19-job-retention-bonus/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 7th, 2020 Read MoreRishi Sunak cancelled his Autumn Budget. The host of measures (including tax increases) to recoup the large investment made in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/covid-business-support-how-could-you-benefit-from-the-winter-economy-plan/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 24th, 2020 Read MoreIt is well known that capital gains tax (CGT) is currently under review and that increases for wealthy taxpayers are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mitigating-tax-changes-how-to-reduce-your-capital-gains-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 Read MoreThis summerâs staycation boom, the prospect of Brexit and the temporary reduction in stamp duty rates have left many people<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/why-is-a-firnished-holiday-let-more-tax-efficient-that-a-normal-buy-to-let/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 Read MoreThe Covid-19 pandemic has brought about many changes, a lot of which involve the use of technology in our daily<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/news-update-video-wills-become-legal-accountant-probate/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 Read MoreAlthough there have been a number of schemes available to support taxpayers through the Covid-19 pandemic, some have been more<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-ways-landlords-can-offset-financial-losses-due-to-covid-19/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020 Read MoreCurrently, taxpayers are entitled to take some, or all of the cash held in their private pension fund at age<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/private-pension-withdrawal-age-raised-to-57/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020 Read MoreThe extent to which fraudulent claims for furlough scheme grants have been made is now becoming very apparent. HMRC thinks<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/update-on-cjrs-new-hmrc-letters-are-alarming-employers/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 16th, 2020 Read MoreThe sale of a UK residential property which gives rise to a Capital Gains Tax liability now needs to be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/30-days-investment-cgt-property/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 8th, 2020 Read MoreIn the recent case of Payne, Garbett and Coca-Cola European Partners Great Britain Ltd vs HMRCÂ it was upheld that some<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vans-redefined-as-cars-what-are-the-vehicle-tax-implications/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 27th, 2020 Read MoreThe governmentâs second and final grant for the self-employed has opened for applications. This offers a chance for three million<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/covid-19-claims-open-for-second-and-final-self-employed-support-grant/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 18th, 2020 Read MoreIt has been widely reported that the chancellor has asked The Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) to investigate whether capital<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/consider-a-capital-asset-review-before-december-2020/"> More…</a>
Monday, August 17th, 2020 Read MoreThe Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill received royal assent on 25 June 2020 and is now an Act. It was<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/revisions-to-insolvency-laws-due-to-covid-19/"> More…</a>
Monday, August 17th, 2020 Read MoreLooking at some of the questions we are asked by clients, the issue of probate comes up regularly. In particular,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/grant-of-probate/"> More…</a>
Monday, August 17th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated: 25 September 2020 As confirmed by the government, furlough grants are set to end in October 2020. If<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/getting-ready-for-the-end-of-furlough-support/"> More…</a>
Monday, August 17th, 2020 Read MoreRishi Sunak has dropped some heavy hints that taxes will be increasing to cover the cost of the financial support<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/possible-capital-gains-tax-review-on-the-horizon/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 23rd, 2020 Read MoreTim Martin of Wetherspoons has been campaigning for years for the VAT to be reduced in respect of hospitality and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-apply-the-temporary-5-vat-rate-update-for-the-hospitality-sector/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 17th, 2020 Read MoreTime to Pay is an arrangement operated by HRMC to allow taxpayers who cannot pay their tax liabilities to negotiate<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-to-expect-from-time-to-pay/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 17th, 2020 Read MoreThere has been a lot of speculation over recent weeks regarding the contents of Rishi Sunakâs summer budget. We all<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/summer-budget-2020-update/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, July 8th, 2020 Read MoreThe VAT payment holiday which was announced in Rishi Sunakâs speech on 20 March 2020 will be ending on 30<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-payment-holiday-ends/"> More…</a>
Friday, June 26th, 2020 Read MoreThe governmentâs furlough scheme, known as the CJRS (Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme), was launched very quickly and those using it<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/furlough-scheme-fraud/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020 Read MoreSome important VAT changes planned for the construction industry have been further delayed as a result of the impact of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/domestic-reverse-charge-vat-rules/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 17th, 2020 Read MoreAs businesses enter Covid-19 recovery mode, many will have secured financial support such as a government bounce back loan for<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/could-you-claim-rd-tax-credits-for-covid-19-innovation/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020 Read MoreThere is effectively a new furlough scheme from 1 July 2020. This article considers the practicalities for June and July<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-updated-furlough-scheme-claims-for-june-and-july-2020/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020 Read MoreA recent HMRC tax tribunal ruling has created a great deal of controversy in the pensions industry because it could<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/case-update-new-ruling-over-tax-relief-and-sipps/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020 Read MoreEmployee share schemes can be highly tax efficient and are a proven way to increase employee loyalty and productivity. Now,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-can-covid-19-present-an-opportunity-for-employee-share-schemes/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020 Read MoreMany people are choosing to own residential rental properties within a company structure (known as an enveloped dwelling). This form<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/reminder-is-an-in-year-ated-return-due-on-your-companys-residential-property/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020 Read MoreThe self employment support scheme is being extended, Rishi Sunak has announced, and those who are eligible for the scheme<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/extension-to-the-self-employment-support-scheme/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 1st, 2020 Read MoreOn 29th May 2020 the Chancellor announced details of how the furlough scheme will operate from 1 July 2020. Further<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-updated-furlough-scheme/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 1st, 2020 Read MoreIt is becoming apparent that the COVID-19 crisis will result in many otherwise viable businesses being unable to survive. And<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/recovery-after-covid-is-it-worth-disincorporating-your-company/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, May 27th, 2020 Read MoreIf you are a small to medium sized business and have been paying employees Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) due to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rebate-scheme-launching-for-covid-ssp-payments/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 21st, 2020 Read MoreThe current economic situation is difficult for almost every business and many people will have had to accept a temporary<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/why-giving-up-your-salary-might-trigger-an-income-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Monday, May 18th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated: 25 September 2020 Although not an ideal solution, the new Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) launched by the government<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/who-will-benefit-from-the-bounce-back-loan-scheme/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, May 13th, 2020 Read MorePresenting to MPs this morning, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the current Furlough Scheme (a.k.a. Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme)<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/furlough-scheme-extended-to-end-of-october/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 12th, 2020 Read MoreWhen completing your applications for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme you will be including the cost of the employersâ NICs<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/furlough-scheme-warning-dont-double-count-employers-nics/"> More…</a>
Monday, May 11th, 2020 Read MoreEssential Coronavirus (COVID-19) business support Since the start of the COVID outbreak, we have been fully focused on helping our<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/coronavirus-business-support/"> More…</a>
Read MoreThis week, HMRC is starting to send out notifications to those who are eligible for the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/update-on-the-self-employment-income-support-scheme/"> More…</a>
Monday, May 4th, 2020 Read MoreUpdated: 4 May 2020 In response to reports that small businesses are struggling to survive under lockdown, and that 25%<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/small-businesses-to-be-boosted-by-bounce-back-loans/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 28th, 2020 Read MoreAlthough the government is allowing many tax payments to be deferred because of Coronavirus, any the tax due on gains<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/reminder-30-days-to-pay-investment-property-cgt-from-april-2020/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 24th, 2020 Read MoreScams have been widespread online for a long time; from stolen cards being used to buy goods online, ordered goods<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-scams-surface-during-the-covid-19-crisis-what-should-you-be-wary-of/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 21st, 2020 Read MoreTrue to HMRCâs word, the Coronavirus furlough scheme portal went live on 20 April 2020 and in the first hour<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/shareholder-directors-and-their-limited-options-for-coronavirus-support/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 21st, 2020 Read MoreThe COVID-19 crisis is proving all-consuming for the press and as a result, one of the important changes announced in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/introducing-the-new-business-asset-disposal-relief/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 21st, 2020 Read MoreThe next three months will be critical for many business owners and not every business will be able to survive<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/emergency-action-plan-for-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 21st, 2020 Read MoreIf you are preparing to apply for a furlough grant and need to work out the amount required, these two<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/resources-to-help-calculate-your-furlough-grant/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, April 15th, 2020 Read MoreThe governmentâs Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough scheme) portal is currently being beta tested and the site is expected to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/coronavirus-preparing-to-use-the-furlough-scheme-payroll-information-needed/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 14th, 2020 Read MoreExpected live date for all employers is 20 April 2020 with first payments by 30 April 2020Â HMRC have announced<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/furlough-scheme-portal-launches-for-beta-testing/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 9th, 2020 Read MoreThe government has made some changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (furlough scheme) and clarified a number of key<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/updated-guidance-on-the-coronavirus-job-retention-furlough-scheme/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, April 8th, 2020 Read MoreThe Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is designed to support employers whose operations have been severely affected by COVID-19. Principally, it<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/covid-19-the-furlough-job-retention-scheme/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 Read MoreNew emergency insolvency measures have been agreed to help companies unable to meet all their debts due to the impact<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/revision-to-the-uk-insolvency-rules-covid-19/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 Read MoreWhilst tax due on 31 July 2020 by self-assessment taxpayers is now deferred for collection until 31 January 2021 due<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-negotiate-time-to-pay-for-covid-19-hmrc/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 Read MoreThe Government has been very supportive to businesses who are affected by COVID-19 and it is likely that HMRC will<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/dealing-with-hmrc-during-covid-19/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 Read MoreHMRC has clarified its guidance on who is eligible to defer tax payments due on 31 July. All taxpayers who<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/company-directors-covid-19-support-schemes/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 31st, 2020 Read MoreUpdated 27 March with details of support package and eligibility criteria Further details are now available about the support package<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/self-employed-workers-get-equivalent-80-covid-19-support-deal/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 26th, 2020 Read MoreDue to the disruption caused by COVID-19, businesses can now apply for a 3-month extension on filing their accounts. All<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-month-extension-for-filing-to-companies-house/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 25th, 2020 Read MoreTax and NICs payable on salary subsidies The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme was unveiled by the Government on 20 March<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/coronavirus-business-support-clarification-on-80-payments-from-government/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 25th, 2020 Read MoreOn 20 March 2020, the Chancellor announced additional measures to help businesses and the self-employed impacted by COVID-19. This update<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/latest-covid-19-business-support-information/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 23rd, 2020 Read MoreAs the developments caused by coronavirus (COVID-19) continue, we would like to reassure all our clients, partners and business associates<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/coronavirus-update-business-as-usual/"> More…</a>
Friday, March 20th, 2020 Read MoreStaying healthy is the #1 concern for us all right now – both personally and professionally. These are really difficult<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/covid-19-support-for-businesses/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 17th, 2020 Read MoreAccording to recent research, 69% of UK small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) have reported significant pressure on their cash flow<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/a-cash-flow-action-plan-for-the-coronavirus-crisis/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 17th, 2020 Read MoreWe were expecting an announcement-packed Budget yesterday, and we certainly got it. After the government suggested that 80% of people<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/super-spender-sunak-restricts-business-tax-but-unveils-record-giveaways-in-robin-hood-budget/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 12th, 2020 Read MoreIt is widely anticipated that the government intends to restrict entrepreneursâ relief (ER) as part of an initiative to reduce<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/will-entrepreneurs-relief-er-be-overhauled-in-budget-2020/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 12th, 2020 Read MoreOne company tax relief that is not expected to change in the 2020 Budget is R&D tax relief. Since it<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/making-an-rd-tax-credits-claim-7-industries-ripe-for-rd-tax-credits-success/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 10th, 2020 Read MoreMaking Tax Digital was intended to simplify tax compliance for businesses, but the results show a very different picture. According<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mtd-for-vat-costs-time-and-money/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 10th, 2020 Read MoreWith the self assessment period behind us, it is interesting to reflect that according to figures released by HMRC, millions<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/1-in-4-people-file-last-minute-tax-returns/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 10th, 2020 Read MoreOne tax that may be the subject of a review in the 2020 Budget is inheritance tax. A cross-party group<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mps-are-calling-for-an-estate-and-inheritance-tax-iht-review/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 10th, 2020 Read MoreExpert VAT advice can be extremely valuable and create savings way beyond expectations. In contrast, a misunderstanding can lead to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/expert-vat-advice-rjp/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 10th, 2020 Read MoreDespite requests by industry groups to delay, the publicised IR35 reforms will be rolled out to the private sector on<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ir35-compliance-and-the-right-of-substitution-ir35-substitution-rules/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 28th, 2020 Read MoreWhen facing their 31 January tax liabilities, many landlords will be wondering about the most tax efficient way to own<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/unravelling-the-tax-complications-involved-in-incorporating-property-into-a-limited-company/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 Read MoreBuying off plan can be a very attractive option, especially for first time buyers seeking their first home. There are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-you-qualify-for-ppr-property-tax-relief-when-buying-off-plan-property/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 21st, 2020 Read MoreIn the past five years, UK entrepreneurs have made an estimated ÂŁ108 billion from either the sale of their businesses,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/act-quickly-to-avoid-disappointment-possible-review-of-entrepreneurs-relief/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 15th, 2020 Read MoreThis tax year, 2019/2020, the inheritance tax (IHT) main residence nil rate band is increased by a further ÂŁ25,000. This<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/watch-your-words-when-it-comes-to-drafting-your-will/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 15th, 2020 Read MoreThere are as many types of accountant as there are varieties of apples and we are a rare breed. Clients<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/all-accountants-are-not-the-same/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 9th, 2020 Read MoreIf you are thinking ahead about how to add more value to your business, one thing that can be overlooked,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/planning-for-2020-an-audit-can-bring-significant-value-to-a-fast-growing-business/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 9th, 2020 Read MoreThe Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounting Rules have been reformed with effect from 25th November 2019, in order to allow<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-solicitors-regulation-authority-sra-accounting-rules-2019/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 Read MoreAs of 1 November 2019, unincorporated entities â partnerships and sole traders – are legally entitled to join VAT Groups,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-partnerships-and-sole-traders-can-join-a-vat-group/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 27th, 2019 Read MoreLandlords with rental portfolios can sometimes overlook the opportunity to claim for capital expenditure on their properties. Whilst capital expenses<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/whats-the-difference-between-capital-and-income-expenses-on-a-buy-to-let-property/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 26th, 2019 Read MoreMany people in the UK are finding our tax system to be overly complicated and the forthcoming election may be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-tax-comliance-for-freelancers-be-simpler/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 26th, 2019 Read MoreA recent case brought against three BBC presenters highlights that if private sector contractors fall foul of the IR35 rules,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/cases-against-bbc-presenters-highlight-risks-of-new-ir35-rules/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 Read MoreUnless itâs for holiday home taxes and #Instaincome Tax can be tricky to understand and thatâs why we try to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/why-doesnt-the-uk-understand-its-tax-rules/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 Read MorePrincipal private residence (PPR) relief will be changing from April 2020, with the final period exemption reducing from 18 months<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-ppr-rules-and-30-day-tax-payment-deadline/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 Read MoreUK taxpayers who own investment properties should be aware of an important change that is taking place with effect from<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/30-days-to-pay-property-cgt-from-april-2020/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 21st, 2019 Read MoreWhen a limited company makes a profit, this is often paid out as a dividend to shareholders as a return<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/when-to-waive-goodbye-to-a-shareholder-dividend/"> More…</a>
Friday, October 18th, 2019 Read MoreAccording to new research, 33% of people have stopped paying money into their pensions in the last 12 months and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/uk-becomes-a-divided-nation-of-squirrels/"> More…</a>
Friday, October 18th, 2019 Read MoreIt is impossible to foresee what might ultimately happen with Brexit, the developments over that past few weeks have been<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/6-pre-brexit-planning-tips-for-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Friday, October 4th, 2019 Read MoreVAT is in the spotlight again for SMEs and according to new research, in 2018-19 HMRC collected ÂŁ4.4bn from SME<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/compliance-update-hmrc-ramps-up-vat-gap-investigations/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 23rd, 2019 Read MoreThe initial âCryptocurrency Bubbleâ may have burst since the early days when people were collecting bitcoins and becoming virtual billionaires,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-tax-treatment-of-cryptocurrency-understanding-hmrcs-new-guidelines/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 23rd, 2019 Read MoreCurrently around 1.2 million people in the UK are in paid employment and also over the state pension age. We<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/payroll-clinic-how-to-process-nics-for-older-workers/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 23rd, 2019 Read MoreThe economy, improved technology systems and ongoing investment in anti-avoidance have helped HMRC to secure record tax receipts in recent<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/dealing-with-hmrc-what-to-do-if-you-cant-pay-your-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 Read MoreThis cartoon from the Financial Times provides the inspiration for our latest article about property tax, which remains an enduringly<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-great-property-swap-shop-gifting-and-tax/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 Read MoreThe VAT Domestic Reverse Charge (VDRC) rules come into effect on 1 October 2020 and will mean a complete change<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-domestic-reverse-charge-how-will-it-impact-the-construction-industry/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 29th, 2019 Read MoreThe IR35 rules for off payroll working are changing on 6th April 2020 for contractors and consultants who work in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ir35-update-understanding-the-sds-status-determination-statement/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 29th, 2019 Read MoreA few months ago, we wrote about Authorised Push Payment Fraud, which is one of the fastest growing forms of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/fraudsters-clone-hmrc-phone-number-to-scam-taxpayers/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 29th, 2019 Read MoreLimited liability partnerships (LLPs) are a special legal structure distinct from limited companies or partnerships. They provide the limited liability<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/would-you-benefit-from-operating-your-business-through-an-llp/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 29th, 2019 Read MoreA new allowance, the Structures and Buildings Allowance (SBA) has come into operation and will operate alongside the existing capital<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/using-sbas-and-pmas-to-maximise-capital-allowances-for-new-build-projects/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 26th, 2019 Read MoreOver the past year, a number of high profile companies – Richer Sounds being perhaps the most prominent – have<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/succession-planning-using-employee-ownership-trusts/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 26th, 2019 Read MoreAlthough the tax on company cars has risen steadily over the years, they remain incredibly popular in the UK. According<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-electric-car-mileage-allowances/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 26th, 2019 Read MoreThere are often times when an employer needs an employee to temporarily work from a location other than their usual<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-rules-when-employees-are-on-secondment/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 20th, 2019 Read MoreItâs the thought that counts when it comes to making gifts, whoever the recipient is. This includes employees as research<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/know-the-rules-for-tax-free-staff-benefits/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 20th, 2019 Read MoreThe start date for the first VAT returns to be submitted through Making Tax Digital was on 1 April 2019.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-happens-when-your-vat-return-is-late/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 18th, 2019 Read MoreBy now we probably all know of someone who has been defrauded online. In the first 6 months of 2018,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-you-on-the-alert-for-authorised-push-payment-fraud/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 18th, 2019 Read MoreThe enterprise investment scheme (EIS) and the seed investment equivalent for start-ups (SEIS) remain very popular amongst high net worth<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-common-pitfalls-when-claiming-for-eis-or-seis-tax-relief/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 24th, 2019 Read MoreUpdated: 26 October 2023Â Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) For a capital gain on a disposal of shares to qualify<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/when-can-preference-shares-qualify-as-ordinary-shares-for-tax-relief-purposes/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019 Read MoreOne of the best shelters from inheritance tax is business property relief (BPR), which enables a taxpayerâs business assets to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-business-property-relief-for-inheritance-tax-purposes/"> More…</a>
Monday, May 20th, 2019 Read MoreCapital gains tax may be payable on gains made when you sell a property, unless that property qualifies as your<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-principal-private-residence-ppr-relief-when-you-sell-a-property/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 16th, 2019 Read MoreIf you have a business that employs other people, you may be eligible to an employment allowance worth up to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-you-claiming-the-employment-allowance/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2019 Read MoreTwo significant changes we reported on after the Autumn Budget 2018 which relate to the restrictions to entrepreneursâ relief (ER),<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/important-changes-to-er-are-now-operational/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2019 Read MoreAlthough there have not been many significant changes to tax legislation recently, there are still some important new previously announced<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/at-a-glance-5-key-tax-changes-for-the-2019-20-tax-year/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2019 Read MoreIt was widely reported that the cost of obtaining Grant of Probate would increase on 1 April 2019, but this<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/no-increase-to-probate-fees/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2019 Read MoreAccording to the Mayorâs office, housing shortages mean that well over 60,000 new homes are needed in the London area<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/lrr-understanding-property-development-tax-relief-for-derelict-or-contaminated-land/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 29th, 2019 Read MoreAlthough there were no updates on IR35 announced during the Spring Statement, HMRC has already warned of the impending changes<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-consultation-on-ir35-changes-for-private-sector/"> More…</a>
Friday, March 22nd, 2019 Read MoreDisguised remuneration schemes have been the subject of intense HMRC scrutiny for some time and now an important deadline is<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/time-is-running-out-on-the-2019-loan-charge-what-could-it-mean-for-you/"> More…</a>
Friday, March 22nd, 2019 Read MoreAnything the Chancellor could have announced today, in the Spring Statement, was overshadowed by the governmentâs Brexit plan defeat in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-are-the-main-points-in-spring-statement-2019/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 13th, 2019 Read MoreMaking Tax Digital (MTD) is almost upon us, with the new VAT compliance service set to go live on 1<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/4-helpful-tips-for-implementing-mtd-for-vat/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 20th, 2019 Read MoreNot something we like to think about, but when someone in your family dies, there are a lot of administrative<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-to-do-if-someone-dies/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 18th, 2019 Read MoreLandlords have experienced lots of punitive tax measures in recent years which have made personally owning investment property, especially residential<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/iht-and-gifting-transfers-to-and-from-companies-and-individuals/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 18th, 2019 Read MoreLast year, HMRC collected ÂŁ5.2bn in inheritance tax receipts, making this tax a significant source of revenues. The amount collected<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-minimise-inheritance-tax/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 18th, 2019 Read MoreIf you have invested in rental property and are considering future inheritance tax planning options, you may be wondering how<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/iht-planning-gifting-and-investment-property-what-are-the-tax-implications/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 18th, 2019 Read MoreThe government has been investing heavily in additional resources to help HMRC tackle the continuing issue of businesses not paying<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/iceland-bears-brunt-of-government-minimum-wage-breach-crackdown/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 31st, 2019 Read MoreThe Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) is a very tax efficient share option scheme, under which share options can be granted<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/why-you-should-consider-an-emi-scheme-this-year/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 31st, 2019 Read MoreBig changes are afoot concerning the way that VAT is calculated and paid within the construction industry, which come into<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-you-affected-by-the-new-vat-reverse-domestic-charge-rules/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 17th, 2019 Read MoreOne of your objectives for the coming year may be to formulate an exit strategy or succession plan for your<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-the-new-rules-concerning-entrepreneurs-relief/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 17th, 2019 Read MoreOver the course of the year weâve published over 40 blogs focusing on important tax issues and how to make<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/10-most-popular-tax-blogs-of-2018/"> More…</a>
Monday, December 17th, 2018 Read MoreIf it has been a good year maybe youâre feeling generous because Christmas is just around the corner? You might<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-tax-efficient-gift-ideas-this-christmas/"> More…</a>
Friday, December 14th, 2018 Read MoreAccording to HMRC, if existing tax rules for private sector contractors were left untouched, it would cost the Treasury ÂŁ1.3bn<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/whats-the-impact-of-new-private-sector-ir35-reforms/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 26th, 2018 Read MoreIf you work from home or run a home-based business and are reasonably well informed, you will be well aware<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-relief-and-the-showgirl/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 22nd, 2018 Read MoreGrowing a successful business can be very hard work. Â The government recognises this and provides shareholders who sell their companies<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/two-critical-changes-to-entrepreneurs-relief-ensure-you-qualify/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 15th, 2018 Read MoreIn the Budget the Chancellor announced a widening of the qualifying conditions for shares to qualify for entrepreneursâ relief (ER).<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/uncertainty-for-alphabet-shares-and-er-eligibility/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 15th, 2018 Read MoreA big(ish) boost for business owners was unveiled in the 2018 Budget, when the Chancellor announced that there would be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-take-advantage-of-the-2-million-aia-tax-relief/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 15th, 2018 Read MoreThis was a highly unusual Budget for a lot of reasons. It was held on a Monday afternoon instead of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-before-brexit-some-surprise-announcements/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 31st, 2018 Read MoreThe Budget will take place on 29th October, earlier than usual due to the final Brexit negotiations taking place in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/whats-likely-in-the-october-2019-budget/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 18th, 2018 Read MoreMany of us dream of a better life, one where the sun always shines, and we have more free time<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-live-the-dream-tax-efficiently/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 1st, 2018 Read MoreOwning your own company means you can have maximum flexibility and control over how you formulate your own remuneration strategy.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/remuneration-strategies-food-for-thought-for-company-directors/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 1st, 2018 Read MoreWhether you are running a home-based business or simply choosing not to work at the office a few days a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/homeworking-what-you-can-claim-what-are-the-long-term-tax-implications/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 25th, 2018 Read MoreTighter inheritance tax (IHT) disclosure rules became operational on 1 April 2018, requiring any IHT planning arrangements which meet certain<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-anti-avoidance-rules-for-iht/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 24th, 2018 Read MoreIt seems that all recent HMRC initiatives have been designed to encourage taxpayers to disclose previously undeclared income, thereby increasing<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/most-valuable-tax-incentives-across-the-business-lifecycle/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 29th, 2018 Read MoreIR35 is an employment tax that was first introduced in 2000 by Gordon Brown. It is designed to catch people<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/private-sector-contractors-beware-of-new-ir35-crackdown/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 28th, 2018 Read MoreIt has been reported in the Financial Times that HMRC is seeking new powers to obtain information about individual taxpayers<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-request-rights-to-access-taxpayer-bank-records-without-prior-approval/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 28th, 2018 Read MoreGiven that house prices remain high, principle private residence (PPR) relief is ever more valuable when selling a property. It can<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-scenarios-for-accessing-ppr-relief-on-a-property-sale/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 8th, 2018 Read MoreAs we reported recently, online VAT reporting will be introduced within the governmentâs new Making Tax Digital system from 1<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/guidelines-issued-by-hmrc-on-making-tax-digital-for-vat-changes/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 8th, 2018 Read MoreManaging cash flow is one of the biggest challenges a small business owner has to overcome. It is the reason<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/6-common-cash-flow-issues-and-how-to-avoid-them/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 12th, 2018 Read MoreThe popularity of the enterprise investment scheme (EIS) as a vehicle for raising investment finance amongst small companies and the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/proposed-changes-to-cgt-rules-for-shareholders-could-improve-access-to-lower-tax-rates/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 12th, 2018 Read MoreSEIS and EIS provide a fantastic boost to fund raising opportunities for companies wanting to grow; they make it far<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-eis-rules-you-are-probably-not-aware-of/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 12th, 2018 Read MoreWe wrote an article about a consultation into changing the way that VAT is accounted for in the construction industry<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/consultation-update-reverse-charge-vat-scheme-for-construction-industry/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 12th, 2018 Read MoreThe school holidays are upon us and those with a family business may well be considering the viability of offering<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/when-does-a-holiday-job-for-your-child-amount-to-profits-extraction/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 10th, 2018 Read MoreProperty investment has been declining in popularity in recent years, as incremental government changes to tax legislation have slowly eroded<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/should-i-incorporate-my-rental-property-to-limit-tax-bills/"> More…</a>
Friday, June 22nd, 2018 Read MoreItâs a fact that people are finding it harder than ever to get onto the property ladder and many are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-are-the-best-tax-breaks-for-first-time-buyers-buying-a-property/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 20th, 2018 Read MoreSmaller companies can find it difficult to compete with larger employers when it comes to attracting the best possible talent.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-tax-advantaged-share-schemes/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 19th, 2018 Read MoreGovernment statistics have highlighted that more people than ever are paying income tax at one of the two highest rates;<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-ways-top-earners-are-being-hit-with-higher-tax-bills/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 13th, 2018 Read MoreWith effect from 6 April 2017 the default accounting position for landlords of both residential and commercial properties with a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-the-calculation-of-rental-profits-for-landlords-with-rental-receipts-of-less-than-150000/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 31st, 2018 Read MoreOnline Filing of VAT Returns to be Compulsory Starting from 1 April 2019, online VAT reporting will be introduced within<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/making-tax-digital-update-vat-registered-businesses/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 31st, 2018 Read MoreInvesting in a business can be one of the most tax efficient ways to grow your capital. This activity can<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-types-of-capital-gains-tax-relief-for-business-owners-and-investors/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 25th, 2018 Read MoreWhether you run your own company or are an employee, a care free retirement is something we all look forward<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-ideas-for-tax-efficient-retirement-planning/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 11th, 2018 Read MoreInheritance tax is under review currently, with the launch of a large consultation in which taxpayers as well as advisors<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/7-possible-changes-to-iht-in-governments-latest-policy-overhaul/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 8th, 2018 Read MoreThe opportunity for companies to attract external capital investment through the tax advantaged EIS and SEIS schemes has made a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/know-the-pitfalls-involved-in-eis-and-seis-schemes/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 26th, 2018 Read MoreThere are new rules in place, which became effective at the start of the current tax year, and which impact<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-rules-make-employee-termination-payments-more-costly/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 26th, 2018 Read MoreDisguised Remuneration (DR) arrangements which have attracted the interest of HMRC have involved the payment of loans to individuals (e.g.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/no-more-hiding-places-for-those-in-disguise/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 16th, 2018 Read MoreStatutory pay increases have come into effect from 1 April 2018 for the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/update-on-new-statutory-pay-rates/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 12th, 2018 Read MoreCapital gains tax has become increasingly complicated to understand over the years, as new rules have been added to existing<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/navigating-capital-gains-tax-on-residential-property/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 27th, 2018 Read MoreFirst unveiled in 2000, R&D tax credits are a prime example of a policy with the potential to really benefit<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/millions-of-smes-are-overlooking-rd-tax-credits/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 21st, 2018 Read MoreStarting from 6th April 2018, it will be possible for married couples and civil partners to leave their spouse an<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-isa-rules-improve-capital-gains-tax-position-for-inheriting-spouses/"> More…</a>
Friday, March 16th, 2018 Read MorePhilip Hammond certainly had a spring in his step when he delivered his first ever #SpringStatement today. That could be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/was-this-the-dinkiest-budget-ever-short-in-length-and-even-shorter-on-policy/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 13th, 2018 Read MoreRunning your own limited company comes with a number of freedoms. One of the most tempting is the opportunity to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/using-directors-loan-account-effectively/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 26th, 2018 Read MoreThe construction industry has been targeted by the government on many occasions to reduce the incidences of tax fraud and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-reverse-charge-vat-scheme-construction-industry/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 22nd, 2018 Read MoreNew ÂŁ1M family home inheritance tax relief Updated: 10th September 2019 The way inheritance tax is calculated on the family<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/benefit-new-inheritance-tax-relief/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 20th, 2018 Read MoreSince the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) was first launched for the 1993-94 tax year, well over 26,355 individual companies have<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/will-lose-eis-relief-investment-exits-early/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 24th, 2018 Read MoreNew rules came into operation at HMRC from 13th January, just in time for the influx of annual self-assessment tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/got-outstanding-tax-pay-file-2016-17-tax-return/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 18th, 2018 Read MoreThere are potentially some significant new VAT implications for business owners on the horizon as a result of Brexit and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/will-business-owners-face-cashflow-problems-brexit-vat-law-changes/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 11th, 2018 Read MoreOver the course of 2017, our blogs giving few tax advice have helped thousands of people. Looking through the analytics<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/top-blogs-2017/"> More…</a>
Friday, December 15th, 2017 Read MoreVirtual or crypto currencies, like bitcoin, are becoming an increasingly popular investment and many people, emboldened by recent surges in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/dear-santa-im-off-chocolate-can-put-bitcoins-xmas-stocking/"> More…</a>
Friday, December 15th, 2017 Read MoreStriving for Equality and Diversity At RJP, we aim at all times to provide a person-centred, safe and effective service<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/striving-equality-diversity/"> More…</a>
Read MoreAccording to Phillip Hammond, a new start up is spawned every single hour in the UK. As business owners, we<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/10-ways-budget2017-good-news-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 22nd, 2017 Read MoreIn October, one of our client managers Ben Simper, biked 320 miles from the Grand Canyon to Las Vegas desert<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ben-simper-rides-warm-vegas-sunset-tackles-boxhill-torrential-rain/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 14th, 2017 Read MoreIn recent years, the government has been slowly eroding the potential tax advantages of operating a small business through a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/balance-increasing-limited-company-taxes-profit-extraction/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 26th, 2017 Read MoreArticle updated: 10th September 2019 One only has to look at the exploding popularity of AirBnB to appreciate that âhome<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/think-holiday-home-will-qualify-business-property-relief-think/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 25th, 2017 Read MoreUpdated: 7th February 2024 When shares are being transferred or issued to employees or officers of a company, it is<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/section-431-election-asked-sign-one/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 23rd, 2017 Read MoreFor a lot of people, their family home is the most valuable asset theyâll ever own. Itâs therefore essential to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/want-limit-iht-always-consider-family-home-estate-planning/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 12th, 2017 Read MoreIf HMRC spot an error on your tax return which results in an underpayment of tax (or claiming too large<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/make-mistake-tax-return-4-ways-handle-hmrc-penalty-notice/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 25th, 2017 Read MoreMoney, food, training, development opportunities, company carsâŚ..everyone is different and driven by different needs and interests. If you employ a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/who-is-the-most-motivated-in-your-workplace/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 Read MoreR&D tax relief has been available since the year 2000, with hundreds of thousands of successful claims made since then<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/8-aspects-rd-tax-relief-make-project-costs-tax-deductible/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 15th, 2017 Read MoreCompanies that have been benefiting from R&D tax relief â either in the form of lump sum tax credits or<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rd-tax-credits-enhanced-include-employee-expenses/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 11th, 2017 Read MoreCurrently the turnover threshold for VAT registration is set at ÂŁ83,000 for the 2017/18 tax year. After this point, all<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/common-vat-pitfalls-connected-unregistered-businesses/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 30th, 2017 Read MoreThe difference between expenses and disbursements for the purpose of VAT accounting can be confusing because they are technically very<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-vat-expenses-vs-disbursements-distinction-matters/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 29th, 2017 Read MoreAlthough the governmentâs proposed relaxation to the ways in which companies can utilise trading losses is still be on hold<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/deal-business-losses/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017 Read MoreFollowing the delays caused by the general election, and with the House of Commons currently in summer recess, the ââsummerââ<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-policy-changes-expect-years-summer-finance-bill/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 10th, 2017 Read MoreShareholders may believe that they need to secure a sale to a third party to unlock the financial value in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/possible-tax-free-business-exit/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 3rd, 2017 Read MoreHaving highly engaged employees working in your business can make a huge difference to their productivity. Studies by the CIPD<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/7-good-ways-boost-employee-engagement/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 3rd, 2017 Read MoreWant to improve the productivity of your employees? You are not alone; it is one of the most frequently cited<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/get-best-home-working-arrangements/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 3rd, 2017 Read MoreThe adage that no-one cares about your business as much as you do is, unfortunately, quite true. However, what if<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/7-tips-encourage-employees-engaged-board-business-strategy/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 3rd, 2017 Read MoreFor entrepreneurs looking to grow their business to the next level, thereâs usually only one way to achieve this goal<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/clear-values-heart-recruitment-decisions/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 29th, 2017 Read MoreHMRC is currently running a card transaction amnesty programme for retailers and e-commerce merchants that accept card payments. This gives<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/theres-no-escape-card-transaction-amnesty-retailers/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 28th, 2017 Read MoreGrowth by acquisition remains a very popular strategy for business owners and it inevitably attracts expenses in the form of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-holding-companies-reclaim-vat-company-purchases/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 27th, 2017 Read MoreNo one likes paying tax, but inheritance tax (IHT) is perhaps the most disliked tax of all, because it comes<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/top-inheritance-tax-planning-options-access-assets-needed/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 26th, 2017 Read MoreUnderstanding where and how the best ideas are generated has been turned into a multi-million-pound industry. In this article we<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/httpwww-rjp-co-ukrd-tax-relief-quiz/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 8th, 2017 Read MoreThis month we have been looking out for interesting new books that are relevant to Livewire subscribers. There were two<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/book-recommendations/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, May 31st, 2017 Read MoreUpdated: 11th September 2019 Tax relief opportunities for buy to let (BTL) landlords are getting increasingly scarce these days. The<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/clarifying-allowable-expenses-btl-landlords-can-claim-income/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, May 24th, 2017 Read MoreBusinesses can never predict the future, but they can build organisations that are capable of surviving and flourishing under uncertain<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/keeping-door-ajar-key-managing-uncertain-times/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 16th, 2017 Read MoreArticle updated: 10th September 2019 The ability to build a residential rental property portfolio, whilst offsetting borrowing costs against rental<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/transferring-btl-property-company-without-re-mortgaging-commercial-interest-rate-can-landlords-really-cake-eat/"> More…</a>
Monday, May 15th, 2017 Read MoreJust this month, weâve published two separate articles about recent government U-turns regarding important tax policy. Firstly there was the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/policy-u-turns-go-full-circle-13-tax-changes-2017-abandoned/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 27th, 2017 Read MoreTax efficient extraction of funds from a company is always a big issue for director shareholders of limited companies. They<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/current-position-phoenixism/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 27th, 2017 Read MoreFollowing the introduction of the tapered withdrawal of tax relief on mortgage interest payments, many investors are starting to consider<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/important-ated-deadlines-rental-property-owners/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 25th, 2017 Read MorePOLICY ON HOLD UNTIL AFTER GENERAL ELECTION This month, April 2017, was supposed to have been the official start of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/will-making-tax-digital-mean/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 24th, 2017 Read MoreThe 2016/17 tax year has ended and there are some important tax reporting deadlines for that year that are fast<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/two-key-deadlines-soon-catch/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 24th, 2017 Read MoreTheresa May and her government certainly like to be unpredictable. First we had the u-turn on NIC increases for the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/government-u-turn-no-2-no-increase-probate-fees/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 24th, 2017 Read MoreThe school holidays are a time when business owners and professionals with younger children face the extra burden of trying<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-cost-of-nanny/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 21st, 2017 Read MoreA recent court case between a married couple, âOwen v Owenâ, is a useful reminder of the tax treatment following<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-implications-divorce/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 30th, 2017 Read MorePOLICY ON HOLD UNTIL AFTER GENERAL ELECTION One of the less widely publicised changes announced in the Budget 2017, but<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/relaxation-substantial-shareholding-exemption-rules/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 29th, 2017 Read MorePOLICY ON HOLD UNTIL AFTER GENERAL ELECTION Reformed tax legislation which was due to take effect from 6 April 2018,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-are-termination-payments-taxed/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 28th, 2017 Read MoreThe governmentâs plans to increase business taxation with a rise to national insurance contributions (NICs) for the self-employed have been<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/business-taxation-no-nics-rate-rise/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 20th, 2017 Read MoreFreelancing, rather than being an employee, is becoming increasingly popular as a way of providing services to those who need<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/chancellor-uber-keen-level-tax-employees-self-employed/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 27th, 2017 Read MoreIs your VAT compliance creating a headache? Are you missing out on valuable VAT rebates? VAT has a bad reputation<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-compliance-free-vat-advice/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 27th, 2017 Read MoreClaim higher rate tax relief on pension contributions A standard pension annual allowance of ÂŁ40,000 per person per year<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/make-pension-tax-efficient-possible/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 21st, 2017 Read MoreThere are still a few weeks left of the 2016/17 tax year, which means there is still time to mitigate<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/use-investments-reduce-annual-tax-bills-2/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 21st, 2017 Read MoreOver the past few weeks, we’ve published a series of different blogs to help you identify easy ways to cut<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/almost-30-free-tax-planning-tips/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 15th, 2017 Read MoreInvestment made in your own business and indeed in other businesses can often attract tax relief â even when things<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/use-investments-reduce-annual-tax-bills/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 15th, 2017 Read MoreIf you are worried about the impact of inheritance tax (IHT), which is payable on estates valued at over ÂŁ325,000,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/year-end-planning-tips-10-ways-minimise-inheritance-tax/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 6th, 2017 Read MoreWith the end of the 2016/17 tax year looming, itâs time to review what steps you could be taking between<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/10-ways-cut-income-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 30th, 2017 Read More2019/20 Tax planning tips Updated: 10th September 2019 When you make capital gains on assets you own, you may be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/10-ways-reduce-next-capital-gains-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 25th, 2017 Read MoreHMRC have recently announced a change to the VAT flat rate scheme to counter what they see as abuse to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-flat-rate-scheme-changes-2017-limited-cost-traders/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 18th, 2017 Read MoreBusiness investment is a topical subject at any time of year because there are always many companies seeking investment capital<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/business-investment-options-capital-gains-tax-friendly/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 16th, 2017 Read MoreEntrepreneurs who start up in business alone have a tough challenge ahead and to help âspread the loadâ it can<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/7-signs-business-partnership-turning-sour-get/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 12th, 2017 Read MoreIf you are looking for new ways to reward and motivate key members of staff in 2017, an employee share<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/effective-ways-reward-key-employees-2017/"> More…</a>
Friday, December 16th, 2016 Read MoreWe all know that a good level of regular income will be important in the future to preserve our standard<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-entrepreneurs-save-retirement/"> More…</a>
Friday, December 16th, 2016 Read MoreIt has long been a source of concern within HMRC that director shareholders of owner managed businesses prefer to take<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/best-practice-taking-shareholder-dividends/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 28th, 2016 Read MoreThe Brexit vote and Donald Trumpâs impending arrival at the White House are useful reminders to âalways expect the unexpectedâ.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/brexit-mean-tax-bonus-uk-businesses/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 28th, 2016 Read MoreWe hoped this Autumn Statement would take us by surprise. After all the unrest of recent months, with a new<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hammonds-first-last-autumn-statement-mean-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 24th, 2016 Read MoreThe 2016 Autumn Statement will take place on Wednesday 23rd November at 12.30 and we are âall earsâ to learn<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/autumnstatement2016-8-reasons-hopeful/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 16th, 2016 Read MoreSome rather complicated new tax rules have been introduced which affect individuals who are non-UK domiciled and which broaden the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-non-domicile-rules-create-inheritance-tax-liabilities-2017/"> More…</a>
Sunday, October 30th, 2016 Read MoreFootball, and the high salaries paid to players, came under scrutiny recently in a disagreement between HMRC and Tottenham Hotspur<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tottenham-hotspur-fc-case-kicks-off-employment-termination-payment-tax-clarification/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 26th, 2016 Read MoreResearch and development (R&D) tax credit relief has been available for many years to encourage companies to create intellectual property<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-ways-access-patent-box-tax-relief-new-nexus-regime/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 24th, 2016 Read MoreHMRC may be closing down local offices up and down the country, but the investment being made into improving compliance<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mid-sized-business-targeted-employer-compliance-checks/"> More…</a>
Friday, October 21st, 2016 Read MoreThere are many reasons for starting a company and although making money isnât always at the top of the list,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/5-things-need-know-exit-strategy-investors-tax-enter-dragons-den/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 30th, 2016 Read MoreMany business owners focus on business taxes whilst running their companies and as a result, their personal circumstances often get<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/benefits-trusts-inheritance-tax-planning-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 29th, 2016 Read MoreIn spite of having a new government, the original Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative remains unaltered. It will mean we are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/consultation-update-making-tax-digital-proposals/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 21st, 2016 Read MoreThere are many reasons why entrepreneurs start a company and although making money isnât always at the top of their<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/avoid-2-common-pitfalls-shareholders-make-disqualify-tax-relief/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 5th, 2016 Read MoreThis is something we are asked a lot and the answer is definitely âyesâ; accountants or tax advisors can undertake<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-accountants-tax-advisers-undertake-probate-work-whats-benefit/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 24th, 2016 Read MoreInheritance tax is probably one of the most disliked taxes; charged at a rate of 40%, it tends to feel<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/inheritance-tax-planning-benefits-lifetime-giving/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 18th, 2016 Read MoreAutomatic payrolling of benefits is a new scheme being offered by HMRC which enhances the existing P11D system. Under the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/pros-and-cons-of-automatic-payrolling-benefits/"> More…</a>
Friday, August 12th, 2016 Read MoreUpdated: 10th September 2019 Over the years, many company owners have taken a commercial decision to personally own their<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/capital-gains-tax-issues-business-owners-commercial-property/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 14th, 2016 Read MoreAn important aspect of tax planning for construction projects is identifying whether the project can be zero rated for VAT<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/time-review-zero-vat-ratings-new-build-property-projects/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 5th, 2016 Read MoreThe following deadlines are fast approaching: Companies which have approved share option schemes in place must make annual returns<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/deadline-returns-approved-share-schemes-employment-related-securities/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 4th, 2016 Read MoreThe construction industry is continuously being scrutinised by HMRC for issues relating to employment status compliance, and new guidelines issued<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/compliance-new-sdc-rules-impact-construction-companies/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 28th, 2016 Read MoreSince 2008 there have been a lot of changes to the tax system in relation to HMRC enquiries into individualsâ<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/era-tax-amnesties-leniency-drawing-close/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 28th, 2016 Read MoreAs part of the governmentâs Trust and Transparency initiative, the PSC (Persons of Significant Control) Register is being introduced in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/important-company-secretarial-changes-psc-register/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 Read MoreThis month we continue our focus on the tax impact of divorce with another blog, in which we look at<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/inheritance-tax-planning-for-business-owners-affected-by-divorce/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 Read MoreCompanies which are run by couples can be very successful and there are plenty of examples where the trust and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-implications-of-divorce-what-business-owners-need-to-know/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 21st, 2016 Read MoreIt was suggested that salary sacrifice schemes were going to be restricted in the last Budget but in the end,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/small-businesses-can-use-creative-salary-sacrifice-to-compete-for-the-best-talent/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 31st, 2016 Read MoreFollowing a recent consultation, there are new rules in place which have an impact on the way company shareholders can<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/retained-profits-could-be-questioned-on-company-disposals-as-tax-rules-change/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 27th, 2016 Read MoreGeorge Osborne announced in his 2016 Budget that he intends to address the issue of outstanding employee benefit trusts (EBTs)<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-clampdown-on-employee-benefit-trusts-ebts-contractors-beware/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 12th, 2016 Read MoreDriving out corruption is one of the governmentâs key policies to improve revenue generation and we can expect new proposals<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/will-new-proposals-mean-smes-face-more-tax-avoidance-red-tape/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 6th, 2016 Read MoreAs a result of new European wide anti-money laundering legislation, which comes into force at the start of 2017, there<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-company-reporting-requirements/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 29th, 2016 Read MoreAn extension to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) was introduced on 1st April 2016 in the form of the National<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-national-minimum-wage/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 28th, 2016 Read MoreSpringtime is traditionally peak house buying season and by this time of year it is in full flow. This blog<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/understanding-property-taxes/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, April 27th, 2016 Read MoreNew rules came into effect on 17th March 2016 that restrict the tax relief available on shares awarded through the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/cap-on-cgt-free-relief-for-ess-share-scheme-participants/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 25th, 2016 Read MoreThe Budget 2016 was generally positive for business owners and one change in particular; the extension to Entrepreneursâ Relief (ER),<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/welcoming-in-entrepreneur-investors-relief/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 12th, 2016 Read MoreHMRC R&D tax credits allow companies to offset R&D costs by either reducing their corporation tax bill or obtaining cash<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/r-d-landing-page/"> More…</a>
Read MoreBudget analysis, property tax changes and last minute year-end tax tips Put a spring in your step with top tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/march-livewire-spring-into-action-with-our-top-tax-tips-2/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 30th, 2016 Read MoreCurrently any employer that has a dispensation in place is able to avoid having to report the precise details of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/employers-dont-throw-away-your-dispensations-just-yet/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 29th, 2016 Read MoreThe tax years ends on 5 April and if you havenât done so already, some last minute tax planning may<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/lastminute-pre-year-end-tax-planning-ideas/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 24th, 2016 Read MoreThe new voluntary payrolling of benefits in kind (PBIK) service is due to become effective from 6th April 2016 after<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/automatic-payrolling-of-benefits-in-kind-to-become-effective-from-april-16/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 24th, 2016 Read MoreLegal and privacy notice for RJP LLP RJP LLP takes the protection of your privacy very seriously. We will<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/legal-and-privacy-policy/"> More…</a>
Read MoreHigh value residential property which is owned by a company has been subject to an additional tax, the annual tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/500000-company-owned-properties-subject-to-ated-from-1st-april-2016/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2016 Read MoreOn reflection, the UKâs 5.4m SMEs had a good budget overall today with a number of generous tax breaks. There<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/despite-13-mentions-of-the-next-generation-smes-actually-got-lucky-in-todays-budget/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 16th, 2016 Read MoreAn employee share scheme can be highly tax efficient whilst also being a powerful staff motivator having the effect of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/share-scheme-landing-page/"> More…</a>
Read MoreArticle explaining the latest proposals to increase the cost of obtaining grant of probate.
Thursday, March 10th, 2016 Read MoreAccountancy and tax are rewarding and interesting career options for young people considering their future career pathways. Very importantly, both<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/contact/accountancy-career-guide/"> More…</a>
Read MoreAre you unhappy with your existing accountants? Can you always get a response to an email or telephone call? Do<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/about-us/switching-to-us/"> More…</a>
Read MoreRJP offers accountancy, audit and financial management services to suit businesses of all sizes.
Read MoreHereâs to you – the unsung heroes and heroines of the UK economy. Quietly getting on with the financials and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/bookkeepers/"> More…</a>
Read MoreA successful claim for R&D tax relief can enable a company to achieve an additional corporation tax saving of up<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rd-tax-relief-is-being-claimed-by-a-surprising-range-of-companies/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 22nd, 2016 Read MoreDue to the introduction of the EU Accounting Directive into company law, the way the government classifies companies according to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/size-re-classifications-mean-7000-small-companies-are-exempt-from-audit/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 15th, 2016 Read MoreThis is an example page. It’s different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/sample-page/"> More…</a>
Read MoreLast yearâs Budget brought a number of changes to pension regulations. As a result there are some last minute tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-and-investment-planning-5-important-pensions-regulation-changes-and-what-to-do-pre-tax-yearend/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 10th, 2016 Read MoreLast month we highlighted the complexity that the new ÂŁ5,000 dividend allowance will add to the personal tax regime from<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/possible-strategies-to-mitigate-the-new-dividend-tax-increase/"> More…</a>
Saturday, February 6th, 2016 Read MoreTax is calculated at multiple levels (known as marginal tax rates) depending on total income, and an individual may pay<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-will-the-new-5000-dividend-allowance-affect-taxpayers-from-april-2016/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 27th, 2016 Read MoreIn the recent Autumn Statement the Chancellor stated it was the governmentâs intention to increase Stamp Duty (SDLT) by a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-could-the-proposed-increase-to-stamp-duty-affect-you/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 Read MoreAdditional changes to the taxation of company funds in certain circumstances are due to be introduced from 6 April 2016.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-consultation-changes-to-the-taxation-of-company-funds-money-boxing/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 Read MoreWhen a company enters into a membersâ voluntary liquidation and a new company, or trade, is set up to carry<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-update-changes-to-the-taxation-of-liquidation-funds-phoenix-trades/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 13th, 2016 Read MoreIn December we wrote about the 3% increase in stamp duty land tax (SDLT) for landlords (or those buying a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/weary-landlords-face-removal-of-10-wear-and-tear-allowance/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 11th, 2016 Read MoreBack from his fund-raising adventures in Death Valley, Ben Simper, one of the client managers at RJP, said it was<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ben-arrives-in-las-vegas-after-death-valley-cycle/"> More…</a>
Monday, December 21st, 2015 Read MoreBuy to let landlords are proving a very useful source of tax revenue for the government at the moment, as<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-planning-tips-for-property-investors-facing-3-higher-stamp-duty/"> More…</a>
Monday, December 21st, 2015 Read MoreIt has been a while since we offered clients tax efficient Christmas gift ideas so we thought it was time<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-you-make-it-a-tax-free-christmas/"> More…</a>
Monday, December 21st, 2015 Read MoreFRS 102 is a new single accounting standard for medium and large size UK businesses that replaces all earlier UK<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-are-the-key-tax-implications-of-new-frs-102-accounting-standards/"> More…</a>
Sunday, December 6th, 2015 Read MoreTodayâs Autumn Spending Review 2015 was expected to unveil very significant cuts to public spending in line with the governmentâs<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/landlords-to-feel-the-brunt-of-chancellors-spendingreview-yet-again/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 25th, 2015 Read MoreNew examples of fraudulent emails (also known as phishing emails) are doing the rounds currently and we have received reports<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/be-on-the-alert-for-bogus-emails/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 19th, 2015 Read MoreEmployer Compliance Reviews (ECRs), more commonly known as PAYE visits, are an ongoing issue for many companies and we are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/minefield-of-paye-issues-offers-great-opportunity-for-hmrc-employer-compliance-reviews/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 18th, 2015 Read MoreWhen companies incur capital expenditure, tax relief can be available for the full cost of the asset in the period<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-sooner-the-better-applies-for-business-owners-using-the-annual-investment-allowance-aia/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 9th, 2015 Read MoreTax disclosure facilities enabling taxpayers to declare previously unreported income and underpaid taxes have been available for some time. One<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/disclosure-opportunities-and-accelerated-payment-notices/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 28th, 2015 Read MoreA very familiar face for so many of our clients, Ben Simper, one of RJPâs Client Managers, is set<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/ben-simper-to-take-on-420m-desert-ride-for-stroke-association/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 27th, 2015 Read MoreGeorge Osborne announced his vision to create a fully digital HMRC by 2020 before the end of the last<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrcs-digital-ambitions-are-moving-in-the-right-direction/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 26th, 2015 Read MoreWe can expect to see quite radical changes to the UK domicile rules confirmed in the Chancellorâs forthcoming Budget<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/uk-domicile-rules-are-due-to-be-tightened-in-the-autumn-budget/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 26th, 2015 Read MoreAutumn is always a favourite season for children keen to trick or treat and this year, depending on your<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/time-to-weigh-up-pros-cons-of-the-new-childcare-voucher-scheme/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 26th, 2015 Read MoreThe new Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act (the Act) has been designed to help make the UK the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/uk-company-secretarial-update/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 5th, 2015 Read MoreSince the 2015 Budget and George Osborneâs shock announcement that mortgage tax relief would be restricted on rental properties, there<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/should-you-own-rental-property-through-a-limited-company/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 29th, 2015 Read MoreBased on our recent experience it appears that HMRC have refocused their efforts in identifying potential tax shortfalls within the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/clarifying-common-cis-mistakes-for-construction-companies/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 29th, 2015 Read MoreMedium to large sized companies in the UK are now required to implement a new financial reporting standard FRS<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/preparing-for-the-new-financial-reporting-standard-frs-102-what-you-need-to-know/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 Read MoreAccording to CBI research conducted in 2014, SMEs looking for business finance still typically turn to their banks for a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/alternative-business-finance-sources-compared/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 15th, 2015 Read MoreThere are a variety of tax efficient options to consider when planning for childcare. Where the provider is a business<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/five-tax-pitfalls-when-employing-a-family-nanny/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 27th, 2015 Read MoreOften when clients approach us for inheritance tax planning advice, they are considering making a lifetime gift of either cash<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/inheritance-tax-gifting-cash-vs-gifting-property/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 26th, 2015 Read MoreIn part 4 of our special Summer Budget 2015 tax planning series, we highlight the new restrictions to tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-brings-restriction-to-pension-tax-relief-for-highest-earners/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 28th, 2015 Read MoreOne of the more controversial and unexpected changes announced in the Summer Budget 2015 was the change to the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-shake-up-on-dividend-income-affects-investors-and-shareholders-of-ombs/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 24th, 2015 Read MoreIn our second Budget 2015 Tax Update, we focus on the introduction of three new tax regulations which impact<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/summer-budget-brings-three-business-tax-changes/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 17th, 2015 Read MoreThe tax implications of separation and divorce is a topic that sadly affects many people and there are some significant<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-can-a-date-of-separation-possibly-have-tax-implications/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 17th, 2015 Read MoreThe first of a series of Summer Budget 2015 Tax Change Updates, this blog outlines the three ways landlords<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/summer-budget-2015-tax-changes-for-property-owners/"> More…</a>
Friday, July 17th, 2015 Read MoreIn what the BBC referred to as a âLandmark Budgetâ, George Osborne made a number of potentially very significant<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/non-doms-close-companies-and-landlords-bear-the-brunt-of-georges-budget-2015-tax-reforms/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, July 8th, 2015 Read MoreDuring their recent election campaign, the Conservatives announced plans to restrict the level of tax relief available on pension contributions<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-may-see-restriction-tax-relief-pension-contributions/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 29th, 2015 Read MoreIf you own shares in a trading company and you qualify for entrepreneursâ relief (ER) on their disposal, you<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/entrepreneurs-relief-planning-and-pitfalls/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 24th, 2015 Read MoreIn recent weeks HMRC has written specifically to furniture retailers and car repair businesses across the UK, requesting<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/letters-hmrc-requesting-vat-benchmarking-data-clarification/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2015 Read MoreAn employee share scheme can be a powerful staff motivator; it can also be highly tax efficient and such<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/pros-and-cons-of-the-employee-share-scheme-ess-vs-the-enterprise-management-incentive-emi-share-option-scheme/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 15th, 2015 Read MoreTwo recent developments highlighted the somewhat unpredictable way in which HMRC often works. Although we are accustomed to the practice<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-softens-100-penalty-policy-and-targets-online-sellers-with-zeal/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 10th, 2015 Read MoreDavid Cameron has wasted no time in ensuring that his latest term in office is marked with significant changes. The<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-does-the-queens-speech-affect-taxpayers/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 10th, 2015 Read MoreAs the level of effort undertaken by HMRC to recoup underpaid taxes from taxpayers has increased, so too have the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/disagree-with-hmrcs-ruling-you-can-always-appeal/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 Read MoreWith effect from 6 April 2015, a new capital gains tax charge has been introduced which is aimed at UK<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/non-residents-with-uk-property-should-seek-advice-to-minimise-new-cgt-charges/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 21st, 2015 Read MoreBased on expert forecasts, we were all set for a hung parliament and an emergency budget in the coming weeks<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/another-term-for-the-tories-whats-in-store-for-taxpayers/"> More…</a>
Monday, May 11th, 2015 Read MoreHMRC now has a vast array of resources and information sources to help identify taxpayers who are believed to have<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/disclosure-facilities-to-finish-by-end-2015-with-launch-of-tough-new-schemes/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 5th, 2015 Read MoreOffering an âearly birdâ price discount in return for prompt payment is a common sales tactic used across industry in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-vat-treatment-of-early-bird-discounts-comes-into-effect/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 28th, 2015 Read MoreYoung people often have an immense amount to offer an organisation and there can be many strategic benefits to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/13-8-saving-for-employers-as-nic-contributions-are-removed-for-young-workers/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 21st, 2015 Read MoreFollowing the Budget 2015 and with immediate effect, new restrictions to the availability of entrepreneursâ relief (ER) have been introduced<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/joint-venture-share-ownership-now-excluded-from-entrepreneurs-relief/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 21st, 2015 Read MoreOn 26th March 2015, the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill gained Royal Assent and became an Act. Business Secretary<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/small-business-enterprise-and-employment-act-2015/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 16th, 2015 Read MoreTwo important changes to the current capital gains tax (CGT) rules governing residential property came into effect on 6th April<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/restrictions-to-capital-gains-tax-reliefs-come-into-effect-impacting-overseas-landlords/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 14th, 2015 Read MoreStarting from April 2015, new reporting rules have come into force which will affect employment intermediaries or agencies that do<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-reporting-requirements-for-employment-intermediaries-or-agencies-providing-workers/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 13th, 2015 Read MoreIn our most recent blog updating readers about changes to the capital allowances rules, we highlighted the availability of additional<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-acts-against-commercial-property-scheme-investors-with-apns/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 23rd, 2015 Read MoreUsing the availability of EIS tax relief to finance the production of new films is becoming more widespread. For legitimate<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/film-investments-under-scrutiny-after-eclipse-loses-its-appeal/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 19th, 2015 Read MoreThe last Budget of this Parliament, perhaps even this government, included quite an array of interesting measures. Many of the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-to-er-mark-biggest-shake-up-for-business-owners-this-budget/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 Read MoreStarting from 6 April 2015, some married couples and civil partners will be eligible to claim Married Couples Relief and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/eligible-couples-and-partners-can-transfer-1060-of-personal-allowance-using-married-couples-relief/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 18th, 2015 Read MoreComing to the end of the financial year, we totted up the amount of R&D tax relief refunds or offsets<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/which-sectors-are-the-biggest-rd-tax-relief-winners/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 12th, 2015 Read MoreWe recently blogged about the fact that incorporation using entrepreneursâ relief is no longer available following recent changes in legislation.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/incorporation-relief-shouldnt-overlooked-goodwill-transfers/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 26th, 2015 Read MoreThe Small Business Enterprise and Employment Bill (currently before the House of Lords) will introduce several changes to compliance requirements<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/small-business-enterprise-employment-bill/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 26th, 2015 Read MoreHMRC is significantly increasing its efforts to close any loopholes that may have been used to minimise tax payments. Now,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tried-trusted-options-minimise-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 24th, 2015 Read MoreTrusts have been in the spotlight for some time and their tax saving advantages for the majority of taxpayers are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/keep-family-tax-efficient-family-investment-company/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 24th, 2015 Read MoreSetting up your own company involves financial investment and many clients ask us whether this is best done by investing<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/loans-vs-shares-navigate-tax-implications-investing-business/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 19th, 2015 Read MoreIf you have not yet submitted your tax return and calculated the tax you need to pay by 31 January,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/footballers-score-tax-relief-goal-aggressive-investments/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 27th, 2015 Read MoreIn December, we blogged about the new VAT rules and implications for small business owners. Now, any UK business selling<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-temporarily-relaxes-vat-rules-micro-digital-businesses/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 26th, 2015 Read MoreReports have been circulating that the government has made a U-turn on its proposed new legislation to restrict the use<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/pilot-trusts-update-government-u-turn-not-u-turn/"> More…</a>
Friday, January 23rd, 2015 Read MoreShortly into the New Year the self assessment tax return season is well underway, and it is as if<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/animals-natural-disasters-spouses-always-feature-late-filing-tax-return-excuses/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 14th, 2015 Read MoreA number of clients have received this phishing email today â it states they have made a mistake on<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-scam-email-tells-taxpayers-incorrectly-filed-tax-returns/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 14th, 2015 Read MoreStarting from January 1st 2015, all businesses who sell digital services (which are defined as telecommunication, broadcasting and electronically supplied<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/selling-digital-services-dont-let-vatmoss-become-vatmess/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, December 17th, 2014 Read MoreHMRC has launched a new voluntary disclosure campaign for solicitors, allowing any with undeclared income the chance to come forward<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/solicitors-face-tax-crackdown-launch-voluntary-disclosure-campaign/"> More…</a>
Friday, December 12th, 2014 Read MoreWe must have a sixth sense at RJP because just a couple of months ago we blogged about the need<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/businesses-will-affected-removal-tax-relief-goodwill-transfers/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, December 10th, 2014 Read MoreIn a previous blog published in August, we highlighted new proposals by HMRC to give them increased powers to collect<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/government-dilutes-hmrcs-proposed-direct-tax-debt-recovery-powers/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 9th, 2014 Read MoreIn a very clever example of electioneering, George Osborne gave us a surprisingly generous autumn statement today. Many of his<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/surprise-stamp-duty-reforms-dark-horse-osborne/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014 Read MoreThere are now under 30 days left until Christmas Eve, which means the clock is ticking rapidly towards three very<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-key-deadlines-missed/"> More…</a>
Thursday, November 27th, 2014 Read MoreSince the current government came to power, they have been issuing strong morality messages regarding what is appropriate when it<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/paying-less-tax-become-morally-questionable/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 24th, 2014 Read MoreThe Autumn Statement is coming up very soon and George Osborne will be giving his mini Budget on 3rd December.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/expecting-2014-autumn-statement-high-business-growth-start-attract-tax-relief/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 24th, 2014 Read MoreIf you own commercial property that you may wish to sell in the future; or if you wish to purchase<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/important-update-capital-allowances-commercial-property-investors/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 17th, 2014 Read MoreAhead of the Autumn Statement in December, the government has announced the implementation of some interesting changes to the rules<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/pensions-taxes-eased-boost-investment-rates/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 30th, 2014 Read MoreIf you are running a business and you accept debit and credit card payments, but for some reason have not<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-hmrc-disclosure-campaign-targets-withheld-credit-card-sales/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 30th, 2014 Read MoreBlog explaining changes to the amount of money HMRC can collect through payroll from taxpayers
Monday, October 27th, 2014 Read MoreArticle discussing why it can be tax efficient to incorporate a business
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014 Read MoreIf you have an innovative business you might qualify for R&D tax credits. The key is understanding what HMRC looks for in an application. Read our advice and try our free qualifier test to find out more.
Friday, October 17th, 2014 Read MoreNew blog: What actions can companies expect to take in order to comply with the new FRS 102 accounting standard which comes into effect in January 2015? Find out if you have to undertake preparatory work in advance of the transition – certain items within financial statements may need to be accounted for or disclosed differently, along with comparative figures.
Tuesday, October 14th, 2014 Read MoreWith house prices continuing to climb and no increase to the nil rate band, receipts from inheritance tax are on<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/inheritance-tax-hmrcs-biggest-cash-cow/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 26th, 2014 Read MoreAs we have highlighted in a separate blog this month, the use of Employee Benefit Trusts (EBTs) in tax planning<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/employee-ownership-trusts-prove-valuable-succession-planning/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 22nd, 2014 Read MoreEmployee Benefit Trusts (EBTs) have been widely used over the past 10 to 15 years as a part of a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/window-ebt-settlements-closing-users-act-quickly/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 18th, 2014 Read MoreNew proposals are to be introduced to the way that HMRC can act against taxpayers who do not disclose income<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/taxpayers-overseas-assets-targeted-hmrcs-new-avoidance-initiatives/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 16th, 2014 Read MoreHMRC have confirmed they are postponing the introduction of RTI for owners of small businesses because they believe they are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/small-businesses-get-temporary-reprieve-rti-penalties/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 15th, 2014 Read MoreThe changes announced by the Chancellor in this yearâs Budget have now been incorporated into the 2014 Finance Act.
Below are some of the changes which will affect companies and individuals:
Friday, August 22nd, 2014 Read MoreMike Truman, the editor of Taxation magazine, has set up an e-petition to try and influence the governmentâs plans to introduce direct recovery of tax debts (DRD) from taxpayersâ bank accounts in Finance Act 2015.
Thursday, August 21st, 2014 Read MoreIf your business is planning to invest in new equipment over the coming 12 months, you will probably be aware of the very generous temporary increase to the Annual Investment Allowance (AIA). From April 1st 2014 until 31st December 2015, the maximum amount that can be written off in the first year of expenditure is ÂŁ500,000.
Wednesday, August 20th, 2014 Read MoreLandlords face increasing scrutiny from HMRC to ensure they are paying income tax on rental profits and capital gains tax on the profits of sale of investment properties. HMRC suspect they are losing around ÂŁ500m each year in unpaid taxes from landlords, and have launched a new campaign, the Let Property Campaign, to redress this.
Friday, August 15th, 2014 Read MoreR&D tax credits are a very generous, Government backed tax relief for companies. They allow qualifying companies to either reduce<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/infographic-10-things-need-know-rd-tax-credits/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 31st, 2014 Read MoreAccording to forecasts issued by the Treasury, the number of households affected by inheritance tax will increase by 35% this<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/use-multiple-pilot-trusts-iht-planning-restricted-new-proposals/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 29th, 2014 Read More1. Offer tax efficient share option schemes Offering an HMRC approved share option scheme, for example the enterprise management incentive<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/6-top-tax-planning-tips-businesses/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 28th, 2014 Read MoreAt the start of July, the controversial and highly publicised âAccelerated Paymentsâ measures included in the 2014 Finance Bill<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/accelerated-payments-powers-become-law/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 8th, 2014 Read MoreThese days, if you are targeted by HMRC with an enquiry into your affairs, it is unlikely to be random.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrcs-information-gathering-leaves-stone-unturned/"> More…</a>
Sunday, June 29th, 2014 Read MoreThis blog outlines some ways in which you can reduce your personal tax liabilities using Government approved initiatives like EIS,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/4-ways-make-income-tax-free/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 25th, 2014 Read More1.  Only scientific industries can claim R&D tax credits R&D tax credits are not only available to companies employing people<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/top-ten-common-tax-misconceptions/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 23rd, 2014 Read MoreThe Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) was originally established in 1994 and since then has continued to expand so that today<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/make-eis/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 19th, 2014 Read MoreIn a recent blog, we outlined the changes which were announced in the March 2014 Budget relating to ATED<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/essential-tax-relief-details-property-owners-affected-ated/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 27th, 2014 Read MoreNew anti avoidance legislation has been introduced by the Government in a bid to crack down on national insurance (NIC)<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/changes-legislation-cost-construction-industry/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 22nd, 2014 Read MoreHandy guide for business owners What are R&D Tax Credits? R&D tax credits are a very generous, Government backed tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/everything-need-know-claiming-rd-tax-credits/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, May 21st, 2014 Read MoreMany business owners are in the privileged position of being able to make tax savings by equalising their income with<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-married-couples-civil-partners-safely-reduce-tax-bills/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 20th, 2014 Read MoreProducing business forecasts are an important exercise if a business is looking to either gain finance or increase the level<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/create-business-forecast/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 13th, 2014 Read MoreWith effect from 6 April 2014 there have been some important changes to the administrative procedures that must be followed<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/filing-procedures-for-hmrc-approved-employee-share-schemes/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 9th, 2014 Read MoreFollowing the changes to the residency rules there have been amendments to the reporting requirements for any employers who second<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/paye-update-changes-short-term-business-visitor-agreement-stbva/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 2nd, 2014 Read MoreNow that HMRC are so regularly launching new taskforces and disclosure initiatives to catch those they suspect of underpaying tax,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/fee-protection-worth-weight-hmrc-gets-persistent/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 1st, 2014 Read MoreWhether you own multiple homes as investments, have your own rental portfolio or own just your main family residence, property<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/infographic-property-taxes/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 24th, 2014 Read MoreThe March 2014 Budget announcement extending the âATEDâ (annual tax on enveloped dwellings) charge, which is a charge imposed on<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-ated-property-taxes/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 15th, 2014 Read MoreStarting from October 2012 every employer will need to have a workplace pension scheme in place and will have to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-rules-pensions-auto-enrolment-start-july-2014/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 15th, 2014 Read MoreTwo important news updates from HMRC: Sectors to be benchmarked to set âexpectedâ trading levels HMRC has just released news<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/car-booters-moonlighters-wary-hmrcs-new-focus/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 15th, 2014 Read MoreWe are now in the midst of a mini property boom as investors and first time buyers in particular are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-saw-expensive-surprises-introduced-property-investors/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 26th, 2014 Read MoreWith the next Election looming in 2015, this was never going to be a controversial Budget and it wasnât. There<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/key-tax-announcements-todays-budget/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 19th, 2014 Read MoreIf you are able to utilise the New Employment Allowance, it will mean your Class 1 NIC costs are reduced<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-company-reduce-national-insurance-costs/"> More…</a>
Saturday, March 15th, 2014 Read MoreWhen you dispose of an asset and make a gain, capital gains tax is normally payable. Some assets, for example<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/top-tips-tax-advice-minimise-capital-gains-tax/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 13th, 2014 Read MoreWeâre thinking ahead to whatâs in store for us on March 19th when George Osborne delivers his Budget speech, and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/will-chancellor-touch-inheritance-tax-2014-budget/"> More…</a>
Monday, March 10th, 2014 Read MoreIn the coming weeks, publicity surrounding the 2014 Budget will start in earnest and we expect to see a lot<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/budget-2014-needs-improve-access-finance-growing-businesses/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 5th, 2014 Read MoreThis is the second of our articles on tax planning. In the first we looked at whatâs not advisable, bearing<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/pre-april-tax-planning-tips-advocate/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 24th, 2014 Read MoreIn the run up to the end of the 2014 tax year, we will be running a series of articles<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/pre-april-tax-planning-tips-dont-advocate/"> More…</a>
Friday, February 21st, 2014 Read MoreThe UK construction industry is being targeted by HMRC again with the launch of a new taskforce which will cover<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-taskforce-hopes-uncover-3m-london-construction-firms/"> More…</a>
Friday, February 21st, 2014 Read MoreOver the last few days we have seen news reports about a new taskforce due to be launched by HMRC.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/taxpayers-london-east-anglia-targeted-new-hmrc-crackdown/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 19th, 2014 Read MoreOver the past year HMRC has introduced numerous new measures to close what it regards as tax avoidance loopholes for<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-proposals-affecting-taxation-llp-members/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, January 29th, 2014 Read MoreImportant capital gains tax changes â update for property owners Although we touched upon this change to capital gains tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/another-nail-buy-let-coffin/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 28th, 2014 Read MoreWith just a week to go, accountants are under a lot of pressure to complete and file all the tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/best-excuses-hmrc-filing-tax-return/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 23rd, 2014 Read MoreInsurance policies can be a minefield when it comes to tax. We have blogged about this in the past when<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tick-right-boxes-surrendering-insurance-policies-avoid-tax/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 20th, 2014 Read MoreHaving to freeze staff pay or reduce benefits is one of the realities of running a business today and not<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-give-staff-without-increasing-pay/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 13th, 2014 Read MoreThe change to capital gains tax (CGT) was correct, and from April 2015 all non UK based investors will have<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/autumn-statement-round-well-terms-getting-predictions-right/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 10th, 2013 Read MoreGeorge Osborne will be delivering his Autumn Statement 2013 on December 5th and whilst we can never be certain what<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-are-we-expecting-in-the-2013-autumn-statement/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 27th, 2013 Read MoreNot wishing to be left behind the ever-growing mobile culture, RJP now has an app too. It is available in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/true-appiness-comes-from-well-managed-financial-records-and-tax-savings/"> More…</a>
Friday, November 22nd, 2013 Read MoreA recurring theme of our blogs is tax enquiries and the many initiatives being launched by HMRC to catch taxpayers<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/big-data-helps-hmrc-catch-tax-dodgers/"> More…</a>
Friday, November 22nd, 2013 Read MoreOur recent Livewire highlighted the new Landlordâs Amnesty Initiative being run by HMRC, to catch residential landlords who may have<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/renewals-allowance-disappears-for-residential-landlords/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 18th, 2013 Read MoreOne of the trends to emerge following the economic downturn has been the changing attitude amongst business owners towards using<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/mistakes-over-freelance-status-can-be-costly-for-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 29th, 2013 Read MoreHMRCâs published figures show it received $39.5bn of net corporation tax payments between 2012-2013. That sounds a lot of money,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/multinationals-paying-0-5-tax-is-life-unfair-for-smes-in-the-uk/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 17th, 2013 Read MoreSeptember 2013 saw the official launch of the new employee shareholder contracts and we have already written blogs discussing the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tips-to-consider-if-you-want-to-award-shares-to-employees/"> More…</a>
Thursday, October 10th, 2013 Read MoreAccording to HMRC, the total value of unpaid taxes last year was ÂŁ500m. Various initiatives have been launched targeting different<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/landlords-and-company-directors-warned-to-get-their-house-in-order/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, October 8th, 2013 Read MoreIf a company is lossmaking it is possible to generate a corporation tax refund by offsetting those losses against profits<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/turn-a-loss-into-a-windfall-the-key-is-knowing-the-rules/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 27th, 2013 Read MoreWithout wanting to use one the biggest clichĂŠs of the decade, businesses today really do face challenging circumstances. We read<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hidden-tax-on-insurance-payouts-could-mean-getting-less-than-expected/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 27th, 2013 Read MoreAs employment prospects for young graduates remain competitive, the potential to work in and eventually take over a successful family<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/plan-ahead-for-retirement-in-order-to-qualify-for-entrepreneurs-relief/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 26th, 2013 Read MoreFollowing the 2013 G8 summit in June, the Government has unveiled plans to introduce transparency to company ownership. A consultation<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-rules-to-bring-unprecedented-transparency-to-company-ownership/"> More…</a>
Friday, August 30th, 2013 Read MoreThere are a number of reasons why you may need to make changes to the share structure of your company.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-important-is-the-link-between-tax-and-company-secretarial-services/"> More…</a>
Friday, August 30th, 2013 Read MoreAs investment finance remains difficult to secure for entrepreneurs and business owners, Government-backed schemes like the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS)<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/business-owners-fail-to-appreciate-financial-potential-of-seis-and-eis/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 22nd, 2013 Read MoreHM Revenue & Customs have recently confirmed they are currently actively seeking to identify taxpayers who have underpaid capital gains<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/top-tips-to-reduce-your-capital-gains-tax-liability/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 15th, 2013 Read MoreWe recently blogged about HMRCâs current initiatives to introduce further legislation surrounding the way partnerships and limited liability partnerships (LLPs)<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/consultation-to-review-partnership-tax-and-close-loopholes/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 22nd, 2013 Read MoreAt the start of the year the Government announced the introduction of a new style of employment contract, the employee<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/staff-could-receive-tax-free-cash-bonuses-under-new-proposals/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 22nd, 2013 Read MoreBusiness Property Relief (BPR) is a tax relief that can lower your inheritance tax (IHT) liability by reducing the chargeable<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-restrictions-to-bpr-could-create-iht-liability-for-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 18th, 2013 Read MoreEarlier this year HMRC introduced a new statutory residence test, which has been designed to provide greater certainty as to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-launches-complex-new-statutory-residence-test/"> More…</a>
Friday, June 28th, 2013 Read MoreReal Time Information (RTI) represents the biggest change to the way payroll information is collected and reported to HMRC for<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rti-signals-the-end-of-a-useful-tax-planning-loophole/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 27th, 2013 Read MoreThe Roman philosopher Seneca said that âdifficulties strengthen the mindâ and thatâs as true today as it has ever been.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-investment-models-for-a-new-normal-economy/"> More…</a>
Thursday, June 27th, 2013 Read MoreOne of the benefits of having a limited company is the flexibility it offers to shareholders and owner directors in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-planning-loophole-of-company-loans-is-closed-by-hmrc/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 Read MoreDo you have a gold card or executive membership for any clubs and services? Most clients will have experienced the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-eyes-new-wealthy-with-extended-affluent-team/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 17th, 2013 Read MoreThe London Olympics is a tough act for any sporting challenge to follow. Over the years RJP has and continues<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/we-love-a-challenge-and-gb-row-is-the-biggest-weve-seen-yet/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 Read MoreAnyone who runs a limited company and works as a freelance consultant or contractor will be aware of IR35 and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/non-exec-directors-and-office-holders-now-subject-to-ir35-rules/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 Read MoreEarlier this month it was confirmed by HMRC that all UK overseas territories – The Cayman Islands, Anguilla, Bermuda, the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/if-you-have-underpaid-tax-its-time-to-get-your-affairs-in-order/"> More…</a>
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013 Read MoreOver the past few months we have blogged about the issue of corporate entities and the benefits of a business<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/llps-with-corporate-partners-should-be-wary-of-new-legislation/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013 Read MoreOne of the oldest adages in the world of tax is ânever let the tax tail wag the commercial dogâ<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/flexibility-of-an-llp-can-be-better-than-the-tax-advantages-of-incorporation/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 25th, 2013 Read MoreThe issue of whether or not to incorporate your business into a limited company is a topic previously discussed in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-relief-opportunities-on-disincorporation-effective-from-april-2013/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 19th, 2013 Read MoreHMRC has recently turned its attentions to property owners and investors with the launch of new taskforces and initiatives to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/hmrc-campaigns-round-up-property-owners-and-investors-read-on/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 Read MoreIn our Budget review last month we mentioned one interesting announcement of a new tax relief, which had not been<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-employee-shareholder-contracts-to-offer-cgt-free-benefits-to-staff/"> More…</a>
Thursday, April 4th, 2013 Read MoreEach year at Budget time we consider how positive the announcements are for owner managed businesses in particular. For instance,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-devil-is-always-in-the-detail-but-in-this-budget-its-missing/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 21st, 2013 Read MoreTax planning and the work undertaken by a company secretary are closely connected. Directors of owner-managed companies often misunderstand this<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-and-company-secretarial-logical-partners-or-unexpected-bedfellows/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 21st, 2013 Read MoreJanuary can be a time when a small number of clients can get an unwelcome surprise, because their tax bills<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/interest-vs-repayment-mortgages-and-the-calculation-of-tax-relief/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, March 19th, 2013 Read MoreAs of 6th April 2013, HMRC will be significantly changing the way in which payroll information is to be submitted<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/moving-to-rti-at-a-glance-changes/"> More…</a>
Friday, March 15th, 2013 Read MoreThe advent of the Internet has brought about a very strong DIY culture and the potentially misguided perception that you<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-importance-of-a-company-secretary-for-a-private-company/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 Read MoreNow as the tax year draws to a close, it is a good time to ensure that you have considered<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/top-year-end-tax-planning-tips-for-2012-2013/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 Read MoreInheritance Tax (IHT) is one of those issues that fills many clients with dread. However we live in an affluent<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/pilot-trusts-put-taxpayers-in-the-driving-seat-to-limit-iht/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 Read MoreHow to account for the cost of staff training is something we are frequently asked by clients and the answer<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-efficient-ways-to-finance-employee-training/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 21st, 2013 Read MoreTime is running out very quickly for self-employed people who sell directly to customers and who havenât paid all the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/clock-is-ticking-on-hmrcs-direct-line-for-direct-sellers/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 18th, 2013 Read MoreThe new year always means a load of new resolutions, most of which must have been broken by now. Less<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/get-to-grips-with-the-detail-of-rti/"> More…</a>
Thursday, January 24th, 2013 Read MoreThis month, RJP uncovered a serious case of corporate identity fraud committed against one of our clients, Class Affinity Projects<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/christmas-leaves-business-vulnerable-to-corporate-identity-fraud-how-can-you-protect-your-company/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013 Read MoreOver the years, our tax planning advice when buying property has varied according to a clientâs tax position and funding<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-you-a-property-dealer-or-a-property-investor-it-could-make-a-big-difference-to-your-tax-bill/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013 Read MoreThere have been a number of developments and potential rebate opportunities relevant for VAT registered businesses recently. Firstly, letâs start<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-news-roundup-are-you-eligible-to-reclaim-vat-paid-over-the-past-4-years/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013 Read MoreWhat’s Best? Increase to Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) Top of the announcements for SMEs was the 10-fold increase to AIA.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/autumn-statement-2012-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ones-to-watch/"> More…</a>
Friday, January 18th, 2013 Read MoreShare ownership has always been a powerful motivator for companies looking to recruit and retain talented and loyal staff. Itâs<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/emi-enhancements-herald-new-era-of-share-ownership/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 7th, 2013 Read MoreWe are living in an era of greater financial equality than in the past, which means that spouses or partners<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-child-benefit-rules-force-financial-disclosures-for-spouses-and-partners/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, November 27th, 2012 Read MoreHMRC has confirmed it plans to re-start the Business Record Checks programme originally launched last year from November 26th. This time,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/return-of-the-books-and-records-check-2/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 21st, 2012 Read MoreUsually, when the big supermarkets save money, they advertise the fact that they give it back to their customers in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rti-to-call-time-on-mr-x-mrs-y-and-fake-ni-numbers/"> More…</a>
Monday, November 19th, 2012 Read MoreA lot of business owners spend a long time devising and writing their business strategy but then go on to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rjps-top-tips-when-forecasting-for-2013/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 14th, 2012 Read MoreIncreasing numbers of taxpayers are considering their employment options and whether working as a freelancer or contractor might be more<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-planning-the-bbc-way/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 29th, 2012 Read MoreWhen it was originally launched, Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief received a lukewarm reception for being inaccessible to a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-you-missing-a-treat-by-ignoring-rd-tax-relief/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 29th, 2012 Read MoreRunning out of cash is one the most common reasons why a perfectly good business ends up in administration. As<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/invoice-discounting-shouldnt-be-dismissed/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 29th, 2012 Read MoreLast weekâs news was full of stories relating to major companies â Starbucks, Apple, Facebook and most recently, eBay –<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-do-lawyers-corner-shops-and-hairdressers-have-in-common/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 24th, 2012 Read MoreMany small businesses looking to reduce their tax liabilities will opt for a limited company structure because it can be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/dont-overlook-company-secretarial-compliance/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 25th, 2012 Read MoreWhen a company is wound up informally there are important tax issues to be aware of, both for the company<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/are-you-thinking-of-dissolving-a-company-informally-what-tax-is-payable/"> More…</a>
Monday, September 24th, 2012 Read MoreAs business owners continue to battle with uncertainty and a long lasting recession in Europe, one might be forgiven for<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/3-top-tips-for-improving-working-capital/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 18th, 2012 Read MoreAs part of RJP’s ongoing analysis of new HMRC tax initiatives, we discuss the latest to potentially affect our clients. Two<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-hmrc-crackdowns-to-catch-tax-evaders/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 13th, 2012 Read MoreCarousel fraud hit the news headlines again last month after the directors of one British company were convicted for faking<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/european-vat-fraudsters-are-stopped-with-new-reverse-charging-system/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, September 4th, 2012 Read MoreUp to 30% income tax relief is available for individuals who subscribe for qualifying shares in companies who register and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/eis-rules-need-careful-interpretation-of-wholly-condition-as-recent-case-shows/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012 Read MoreCompany away days happen for many reasons and fall under a variety of labels, from annual conference, business strategy review,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/company-away-days-to-be-scrutinised-for-tax-by-hmrc/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, August 15th, 2012 Read MoreSince April 2012, over 100 companies of varying sizes have been working with HMRC to pilot a new scheme, Real<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rti-will-make-paye-more-accurate-for-taxpayers-faqs-for-employers/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 26th, 2012 Read MoreThis year we have covered many of the tax amnesty initiatives launched by HMRC to recoup missing revenues from taxpayers.<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-amnesty-for-higher-rate-taxpayers-is-open-to-all/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 26th, 2012 Read MoreAn awful lot of the headlines currently relating to tax involve the avoidance measures being taken by big businesses and<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/patent-box-new-tax-relief-options-negate-need-for-aggressive-tax-avoidance/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 26th, 2012 Read MoreWhat else is new on the property tax front? Back on our own shores, other property tax changes to be<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-advice-for-building-works-important-changes-for-builders-and-renovators/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 26th, 2012 Read MoreThere have been a number of significant property tax changes recently, which are relevant to property owners and investors. One<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/property-tax-changes-have-less-impact-on-investors-than-headlines-suggest/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 26th, 2012 Read MoreAt the start of 2012 the rules concerning whether VAT should be payable on some types of salary sacrifice schemes<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/new-rules-explained-vat-advice-for-salary-sacrifice-schemes/"> More…</a>
Saturday, June 30th, 2012 Read MoreThe morality of what is described by David Cameron as âaggressive tax avoidanceâ is big news right now after the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-high-value-property-and-the-shape-of-things-to-come/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, June 26th, 2012 Read MoreIt wouldnât be right if we didnât cover a tax issue with an Olympic flavour just as the games are<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/sales-of-olympic-torches-could-trigger-cgt-liability/"> More…</a>
Monday, June 25th, 2012 Read MoreProperty continues to be a popular investment and a recent tax tribunal case illustrates why careful capital gains tax planning<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-minimise-capital-gains-tax-when-selling-property/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 25th, 2012 Read MoreThere have been some new developments to VAT regulations in the last few weeks that are important to be aware<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vat-rebate-opportunities-for-qualifying-businesses/"> More…</a>
Monday, May 21st, 2012 Read MoreOver the years RJP has advised countless clients selling their companies, helping them to achieve the maximum sales price for<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/common-dealbreakers-when-selling-a-business/"> More…</a>
Friday, May 18th, 2012 Read MoreAs Surrey tax accountants we see a lot of situations where businesses, most often through no fault of their own,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/p11d-diligence-helps-to-avoid-tax-enquiries/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012 Read MoreNow that the top income tax rate is definitely being cut to 45% and we know this will take effect<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/can-you-avoid-the-50-tax-rate/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 30th, 2012 Read MoreContinuing with our detailed analysis of the tax planning opportunities that arose following the Budget 2012, we turn our attention<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/seis-could-bring-tax-relief-opportunities-of-78/"> More…</a>
Monday, April 30th, 2012 Read MoreAccording to Government figures, R&D tax credits provide nearly ÂŁ1 billion of support to over 6000 UK companies. Over the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rd-tax-credits-reduced-restrictions-will-benefit-smes/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 27th, 2012 Read MoreSetting up an EMI share scheme can be a very useful tax planning tool. Some important changes were announced to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/bring-on-the-10-tax-rate-budget-brings-useful-relaxation-to-er-rules/"> More…</a>
Friday, April 13th, 2012 Read MoreYesterday George Osborne proved that Budgets aren’t always borning and predictable. His proposed shake up and simplification of the tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/not-a-boring-budget-after-all/"> More…</a>
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012 Read MoreAfter the fanfare of publicity and stern warnings issued in recent months, HMRC has taken a U turn on its<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/whats-new-in-the-world-of-tax-underpayments-and-enquiries/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 27th, 2012 Read MoreThere are a lot of changes afoot this year for business owners with the government planning plenty of new policies<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/government-brings-in-a-raft-of-new-employment-policies-for-2012/"> More…</a>
Monday, February 27th, 2012 Read MoreAs announced in the 2012 Finance Bill, there have been a number of important changes to VAT rules, which it<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/a-raft-of-changes-to-vat-regulations-do-they-affect-your-business/"> More…</a>
Friday, February 24th, 2012 Read MoreIn last monthâs Livewire newsletter, we reported a change to the ruling that shareholders informally winding up their companies can<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-to-do-if-you-need-to-wind-up-a-company-esc-c16-rules-explained/"> More…</a>
Thursday, February 23rd, 2012 Read MoreIt’s very rare that our blogs are in any way trumpet blowing, but this is something we are all really<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rjp-is-awarded-sage-platinum-partner-status/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 Read MoreRecent experience working with a selection of different clients has shown that Research and Development (R&D) tax credits are proving<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rd-tax-credits-create-tax-savings-worth-hundreds-of-thousands-for-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 30th, 2012 Read MoreLast week, the deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg made some interesting comments concerning employee share schemes. This is something RJP<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/creating-a-tax-efficient-john-lewis-style-business/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 30th, 2012 Read MoreGeorge Osborne has pretty much confirmed that the 50% tax rate will be here for the foreseeable future. With the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/horrified-by-the-impact-of-50-tax-on-your-bill-want-to-cut-the-cost-for-2012-13/"> More…</a>
Sunday, January 29th, 2012 Read MoreTax planning is an important issue to bear in mind when SMEs are considering their business strategy to ensure that<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/capital-allowances-shake-up-starts-from-april-2012/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 23rd, 2012 Read MoreThere are just 7 days to go before the 31st January self-assessment tax returns deadline and Taxtalk’s Paul Webb outlines<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/last-minute-self-help-for-self-assessment-tax-returns/"> More…</a>
Monday, January 23rd, 2012 Read MoreIn our recent experience working with a selection of different clients, Research and Development (R&D) tax credits are proving very<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/rd-tax-credits-create-tax-savings-worth-hundreds-of-thousands-for-rjp-clients/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, December 20th, 2011 Read MoreIt has come to Taxtalk’s attention that HMRC has a new taskforce (specialist team to undertake investigations into compliance activity)<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-dodgers-in-the-south-east-watch-out/"> More…</a>
Thursday, December 15th, 2011 Read MoreIt’s almost Christmas and the end of another busy year. Itâs one many of us will be glad has passed,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/christmas-cheer-george-osborne-style-brings-tax-planning-opportunities/"> More…</a>
Thursday, December 15th, 2011 Read MoreIf you make deductions from employee wage packets did you know that in some instances VAT is payable on those<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/vats-your-lot/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011 Read MoreIt has come to our attention that HMRC have started issuing letters to UK customers of HSBC Switzerland requesting that<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/warning-hm-revenue-customs-issue-letters-to-uk-customers-of-hsbc-switzerland/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011 Read MoreBefore we give the lowdown on the Chancellor’s autumn statement, it’s worth mentioning that pithy overviews of pre-Budget announcements such<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/as2011-was-a-bit-of-an-anti-climax-on-the-tax-front-what-can-we-expect-in-these-troubled-times/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, November 30th, 2011 Read MoreWith tax return season looming, there have been some important changes to the penalty system created in the Finance Act<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/careful-tax-planning-means-lower-tax-bills-allowing-company-directors-to-have-their-cake-and-eat-it/"> More…</a>
Sunday, November 27th, 2011 Read MoreWhatever your circumstances it’s imperative to know what you should do if you have a tax shortfall to declare. Â The<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/campaign-round-up-hmrc-initiatives-and-task-forces/"> More…</a>
Friday, November 18th, 2011 Read MoreExit strategy, succession planning, call it what you will; deciding what to do, and when, with your business to provide<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/is-the-party-over-when-and-how-should-you-leave/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 26th, 2011 Read MoreIt’s that time of year again – the date for filing your self assessment tax returns – and of course,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/self-assessment-dont-get-caught-out/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, October 26th, 2011 Read MoreLast month, we held the first of RJPâs inheritance tax (IHT) surgeries and are delighted they were such a huge<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/iht-planning-get-in-touch-and-well-share-our-trade-secrets/"> More…</a>
Monday, October 24th, 2011 Read MoreHMRC recently announced that since their pilot exercise was so successful they are going to extend their Business Records Checks<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-vat-man-cometh-are-you-ready-do-you-know-what-hes-looking-for/"> More…</a>
Friday, October 14th, 2011 Read MoreWith the IMF suggesting the possibility that the UK has slipped back into recession thanks to the continuing uncertainty in<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/what-are-the-most-tax-efficient-ways-to-obtain-business-finance/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 29th, 2011 Read MoreIf you live in the South East of England, your home is quite likely to be your biggest single asset,<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/iht-tax-liability/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 29th, 2011 Read MoreBusinesses running as a partnership, or companies managed jointly by a group of directors can be highly successful and offer<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-to-get-out-when-business-turns-from-sweet-to-sour/"> More…</a>
Thursday, September 29th, 2011 Read MoreâWow great functionality and free, well done Sage!â âExcellent! Sage have got it so right this time.â âGlad we upgraded<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/sage-50-accounts-2012-is-best-ever-get-to-grips-with-cash-flow-and-10-off/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 16th, 2011 Read MoreWe require an Office Manager at RJP. Itâs a front of house position and includes welcoming clients into our funky<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/wanted-friendly-efficient-and-dynamic-office-manager/"> More…</a>
Friday, September 9th, 2011 Read MoreNew guidance issued by HMRC suggest it will soon become more expensive for workers to buy a bike through the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/golden-days-of-bike-to-work-scheme-could-end-in-2012/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 30th, 2011 Read MoreInheritance tax (IHT) planning can be a difficult topic to approach for many people, but once you do, the biggest<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/how-can-trusts-be-a-useful-iht-planning-tool/"> More…</a>
Thursday, August 18th, 2011 Read MoreTo kick of our special IHT surgeries taking place in September, this blog covers all the basics you should know<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/taxtalks-basic-guide-to-avoiding-inheritance-tax-iht/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 Read MoreHMRC are constantly on the lookout for ways to close tax loopholes and increase their overall tax revenues. Over the<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/act-quickly-to-maximise-capital-allowances-for-property/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 Read MoreHaving worked all your life to build up assets for which you have already paid income tax, capital gains tax<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/inheritance-tax-avoid-the-40-voluntary-tax-on-your-assets/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, July 26th, 2011 Read MoreApril 2012 will be upon us in no time and brings with it a significant reduction to the reliefs available<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/capital-allowances-tax-planning-ahead-if-you-are-thinking-of-buying-new-kit-for-your-business/"> More…</a>
Thursday, July 21st, 2011 Read MoreIn the past few weeks HMRC has launched yet further initiatives designed to identify businesses with tax shortfalls and this<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/tax-enquiry-cooked-books-come-off-the-menu-for-restaurant-owners/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 18th, 2011 Read MoreOne of TaxTalk’s partners, Foster Denovo has informed us of an important change to the rules concerning the provision of<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/government-supporting-pension-nest-eggs-for-small-business-workers/"> More…</a>
Monday, July 4th, 2011 Read MoreIf you arenât going abroad this year for financial reasons, TaxTalk might just be giving you an unexpected opportunity to<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/no-win-no-fee-opportunity-to-reclaim-foreign-vat-is-just-the-ticket/"> More…</a>
Friday, June 24th, 2011 Read MoreInstallment 2 of our focus on entrepreneurs’ relief. In essence, the entrepreneursâ relief rules can appear deceptively simple; it can be dangerous to assume that all business assets qualify for the relief and this should be regularly checked. In addition, there are ways in which the relief can be maximised with forward planning. With the recent increase in the top rate of capital gains tax to 28%, it is a valuable relief and worth arranging your business affairs to ensure it is maximised.
Monday, June 13th, 2011 Read MoreEntrepreneursâ relief can offer significant tax savings when exiting a business either completely or partially. However to get the maximum benefit of this relief, it is important to think ahead and plan accordingly. There are a number of qualifying criteria to consider depending on your individual circumstances, and action should be taken as soon as possible to avoid disqualification. In most cases, entrepreneurs wishing to use this relief need to review their position at least a year before a sale to ensure they qualify.
Monday, June 6th, 2011 Read MoreIf you are not a plumber (or even if you are!) you might be forgiven for not being aware of the current tax amnesty being offered by HMRC. Plumbers, gas fitters, heating engineers and other associated trade members are all being given the chance to notify HMRC of any tax underpayment by 31st May 2011. Provided certain conditions are met, any penalties payable will be at a greatly reduced rate.
Friday, May 27th, 2011 Read MoreItâs now full steam ahead with this initiative to improve record keeping and HMRC have just issued the first batch of letters to 1,000 businesses advising that they want to carry out an inspection visit. Their intention is to visit 50,000 small businesses each year for the next 4 years. What can you do to make sure you’re not one of them…..ask Anne Eager!
Monday, May 16th, 2011 Read MoreAlthough the recent Budget didnât include any obvious giveaways for small businesses, improvements to the R&D tax credit system could be a real boon for entrepreneurs and SMEs.
Thursday, May 12th, 2011 Read MoreEnhancements to the Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) is one of the most useful policies introduced in the 2011 Budget – for business owners and tax payers looking to shelter their income from the current 50% tax rate. In addition to the increase in income tax relief from 20 per cent to 30 per cent making it more valuable to higher rate tax payers, access to the EIS scheme has also been widened.
Tuesday, April 26th, 2011 Read MoreNow it has been confirmed the 50% tax rate will be lifted in the not too distant future, how might it be possible to avoid paying it al together? Taxtalk explores some relevant tax planning opportunities.
Sunday, April 10th, 2011 Read MoreHolistic tax planning might sound airy fairy but it makes a big difference to the amount of tax you pay. Company directors take note!
Monday, April 4th, 2011 Read MoreBusiness owners should be mindful of changes to the Bribery Act that come into effect in the summer of 2011<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/will-a-business-lunch-constitute-bribery-after-june-2011/"> More…</a>
Wednesday, March 30th, 2011 Read MoreOsborne doesnât appear to have done anything significant to help the army of owner-managed businesses in the 2011 Budget. These companies are the foot soldiers in the UKâs tentative economic recovery.
Friday, March 25th, 2011 Read MoreThere was nothing unduly generous for individuals in this Budget in spite of the increase to the personal allowance.
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011 Read MoreWe predict business and personal tax announcements in the coming Budget 2011. Overall whatever we get, business owners really need a âroadmapâ to understand how the tax system will develop over the coming years. Then they can start making planning decisions for their business. In particular having a long range view will help with longer term workforce planning, deciding whether to hire new staff, where to locate offices and important investment decisions.
Friday, March 18th, 2011 Read MoreHRMC has been experiencing a lot of problems in recent months as we all know, with incorrect coding notices being the most high profile. Due to a mixture of computer and personnel errors, the blunders continue and we face them all the time in our daily dealings with individual Revenue advisors. In some cases the mistakes are so nonsensical, they are actually rather comical, although for the individual taxpayer facing a lengthy tax re-claim, perhaps not……
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 Read MoreIf youâre a Sunday Times reader, you could not fail to notice the article in January about footballers and their tax affairs. This highlighted how many footballers have been avoiding the 50% tax rate by using image rights companies into which the majority of their earnings are paid and then using their directorâs loan account to withdraw income. Apparently, it is possible to pay a rate of just 2% by following this strategy. We wish it were that straightforward!
Tuesday, February 8th, 2011 Read MoreAnother Christmas is almost upon us, and this year has once again vanished too quickly. Perhaps thatâs because weâve all never been busier. âBusynessâ is becoming the new norm as the recession tentatively starts to improve. Good news for everyone, but it has resulted in people needing to take on additional responsibilities because budgets have been cut. As a result âDoing It Yourselfâ has been a big trend this year for business owners.
Monday, December 20th, 2010 Read MoreWith Christmas almost upon us, you may be looking for some alternative gift ideas. Here at RJP, the Surrey based tax specialists, we’ve put together a Christmas wish list which see you through well into January and tax return time!
Thursday, December 9th, 2010 Read MoreThe tax bloggers at RJP’s latest article explains ‘flipping’ – an important tax planning strategy for property owners.
âFlippingââ a property became widely known as a property tax planning tactic when the MPsâ expenses scandal was in full swing. In addition to claiming for all sorts of expenses, it was discovered that MPs were avoiding capital gains tax on second homes by alternating their living arrangements between properties owned, in some cases spending just one week a year in any one property.
Thursday, November 4th, 2010 Read MoreMany of the clients Robert James Partnership deals with are family firms. In fact, it is fair to say they form part of the backbone of the UK economy, helping drive the creation of wealth and delivering benefits for society through both employment and support for local communities. How can EMI schemes benefit them to attract new talent into their companies? As always, our advice is very tax efficient…..
Monday, October 4th, 2010 Read MoreHMRCâs definition of fixed costs makes it more straightforward to claim for expenses when working from home but this applies to sole traders and partnerships only â not limited companies or employees – and qualifying criteria must be met.
Business owners with a limited company can also claim for a home office by ârentingâ the designated room at market rates. They may also be able offset this profit against any property investment losses and therefore reduce corporation tax.
Read the full article to see how you can save tax
Wednesday, September 29th, 2010 Read More1 in 3 Surrey taxpayers could receive âtax errorâ letters
RJP’s tips for dealing with notifications of incorrect tax paid: Any challenges to tax underpayment will be carefully scrutinised; Reimbursements for tax overpayments are payable as lump sum
Beware of phishing scams; HMRC never use email to notify or refund taxpayers.
CVAs are on the rise and the recession has shown creditors willing to collaborate and minimise their losses. Jamie Constable, a partner at RJP and turnaround expert explains this trend and why CVAs are a good option to consider.
Friday, August 20th, 2010 Read MoreOne of the most significant changes announced in the Budget was the increase in the rate of capital gains tax and the extension of entrepreneursâ relief. But the extension isn’t as generous as might first appear and will affect small and medium sized business owners if they aren’t aware of the tax planning opportunities available.
Wednesday, August 11th, 2010 Read MoreMany tax breaks are swiftly disappearing, as the Governmentâs reforms begin to take shape. What perks can you offer staff that are tax efficient? They can also be beneficial for your business…..
Monday, July 26th, 2010 Read MoreYesterday’s Budget was the first decent budget for entrepreneurs and business owners for some time and itâs exactly what the country needs to help rebuild economic activity.
Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010 Read MoreHMRC has been criticized heavily in recent months for a range of internal failings and so at first glance the announcement last week, that it will be introducing a new role of customer coordinator to manage taxpayer relationships, sounded good. However, is this going to create a 3-tier system for taxpayers? And potentially leave those needing the most help with the least support?
Wednesday, June 9th, 2010 Read MoreThe weekend papers were full of news about the planned increases to capital gains tax (CGT) announced by the new government. Some commentators have argued that this change has been on the cards for some time, although during the Election campaigning it was only the Lib Dems that formally announced their intentions. Subsequently incorporated into the coalitionâs policies, we can expect CGT rates for top earners to more than double for non business assets and the exemption threshold to be cut from ÂŁ10,100 to between ÂŁ1,000 and ÂŁ2,000.
These changes will be painful, especially since for the past 2 years, the flat rate of 18% has been extremely generous. But given the poor state of the Treasuryâs coffers, the disparity between income and capital tax rates cannot be sustainable.
Thursday, May 27th, 2010 Read MoreLast week, the new Conservative LibDem coalition government was announced amid a flurry of guarded excitement and scepticism. The coalition has been quick to stamp out suggestions that their political differences will be too marked to produce effective financial policy and so far, the speed with which agreements have been reached is impressive and very positive in terms of their quality.
Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 Read MoreThe current situation with a hung parliament offers a very interesting parallel to the question facing some entrepreneurs of adopting<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/the-partnership-government-can-learn-lessons-from-business-owners/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 11th, 2010 Read MoreI wrote this article for the EBA blog and thought I would post it now because it’s attracted some comments….a<a class="moretag" href="https://rjp.co.uk/act-quickly-to-take-advantage-of-double-e-relief/"> More…</a>
Tuesday, May 4th, 2010 Read MoreTax has become very politically motivated, perhaps too much so. Policies are introduced which are ill-researched and potentially damaging. What can be done about this? Should an all-party committee be established to restore political independence to tax policy making? What options exist?
Monday, January 4th, 2010 Read MoreWe predicted it would be a controversial pre-budget report and it lived up to expectations, with some headline measures that are clearly designed to win over the hearts and minds of Labourâs core supporters. But in spite of this, most observers would agree that overall, it was a pretty good result for Surreyâs business owners.
Friday, December 11th, 2009 Read MoreControversial plans to introduce a tax on landlines are set to be become law before the next election, the Government has announced.
Under the scheme, everyone with a fixed line telephone will pay a levy of 50 pence a month.
Wednesday, September 30th, 2009 Read MoreIf ever there was a policy designed to score quick political points itâs the Lib Demâs suggestion that people with a property over ÂŁ1m should pay an extra tax of 0.5%. And if there was a move that is more demoralising to tens of thousands of hard working small business owners, Iâd be surprised. However, the proposals do raise an interesting question as to the fairness of the tax system and especially the discrepancy between capital and income tax rates, writes Lesley Stalker.
Saturday, September 26th, 2009 Read MoreWe have become aware that there has been a small amendment by HMRC which has the effect of slightly increasing the contributions on which you can obtain 40% tax relief in the current year from ÂŁ20,000 to ÂŁ30,000 in certain circumstances.
Tuesday, September 8th, 2009 Read MoreTax breaks designed to help small businesses retain key staff will now be available until 2018, the Government has announced.
Earlier this month, the Treasury confirmed that it had secured the ‘long-term future’ of Enterprise Management Incentives (EMI), after gaining state aid approval from the European Commission.
The eligibility criteria is also being extended to allow firms that carry out overseas activity to take advantage of the incentive scheme.
Wednesday, August 26th, 2009 Read MoreVAT should be scrapped on energy-efficient household appliances, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) has said.
In its Pre-Budget submission to the Chancellor, the BRC is calling for the tax to be removed from âgreenâ appliances to help curb carbon emissions and cut fuel bills.
It claims the move, which would cost around ÂŁ507 million per year in lost VAT receipts, could reduce the UKâs CO 2 output by 1.3 million tonnes each year by 2020.
Wednesday, August 19th, 2009 Read MoreAs problems with getting access to finance continue among small firms, the controversial Business Payment Support Service (BPSS) offers a very practical solution for many short term cash flow problems.
Thursday, August 6th, 2009 Read MoreThere wasn’t much cheer in the Budget for small business owners, what with the new higher rate of tax introduced and the implications on pension contributions. But there are always opportunities for tax planning, which could help minimise your tax liabilities in the future. Here are some of the most worthwhile:
Thursday, August 6th, 2009 Read MoreToo many people succumb to the top 3 classic tax pitfalls by failing to link their wills with tax planning. And this results in payment of inheritance tax at 40% when it could be entirely avoided.
Monday, July 20th, 2009 Read MoreMuch continues to be written about green businesses and the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR). Research has shown its importance for reputation management. A study published in the Journal of Reputation Management showed clearly that firms who had a reputation for âdoing goodâ bounced back much more quickly after an industry crisis compared with their less altruistic counterparts. In effect, their CSR policies had an âinoculating effectâ, creating a âreservoir of goodwillâ among stakeholders. In addition to the public relations benefits, the right strategy can also deliver a significant financial advantage as this article will highlight with an overview of the different green tax breaks relevant for small to medium sized businesses.
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