Category: Accountancy
Tax Avoidance vs Tax Evasion: Key Differences
The terms “tax avoidance” and “tax evasion” are sometimes used interchangeably, but they refer to unique scenarios with drastically different legal implications. The differences essentially boil down to legality, with…
How to Spot a Tax Avoidance Scheme
As professional chartered accountants, Hamlyns understands the immense value contractors and self-employed sole traders contribute to the UK economy with their specialised skills and expertise. However, we also recognise the…
What Happens if You Fail to Declare Income to HMRC?
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) can equally be a business owner and taxpayer’s most useful ally and the sharpest thorn in their side. If you own or run a business…
A Guide to Full Expensing for Business Owners
As leading chartered accountants and tax advisors in Surrey, the team at Hamlyns has been closely tracking the evolution of the UK’s capital allowances framework – a critical consideration for…
Using an Accountant’s Office as Your Registered Address
When setting up a new limited company in the UK, one of the first key decisions business owners face is choosing the registered office address. This is a legal requirement…
What is Form R185 Used For?
Individuals and businesses often need professional assistance and advice when it comes to filing tax relief claims. One HMRC form that arises often in this context is Form R185, which…
Opting In and Out of Employment Pension Schemes
Deciding whether to opt in or out of an occupational pension scheme can be a complicated decision. Most full-time employed individuals will be automatically enrolled into their employer’s chosen pension…
Electric Car Schemes for Businesses: All You Need to Know
Electric Car Schemes for Businesses: All You Need to Know With talks of net zero targets and the importance of greener business practices growing in severity, many companies are trying…
Director Remuneration Payments: Dividends or Salary?
Director Remuneration Payments: Dividends or Salary? As a director and shareholder of a limited company in the UK, deciding how to pay yourself – whether as a salary or dividends…
Everything You Need to Know About Preparing for a PAYE or VAT Visit
Everything You Need to Know About Preparing for a PAYE or VAT Visit If your business receives a notification that HMRC will be conducting a review or inspection of your…
What You Need to Know About the Change of Basis for Partnerships, LLPs and Sole Traders
What You Need to Know About the Change of Basis for Partnerships, LLPs and Sole Traders On 6 April 2023, HMRC implemented reforms to change the basis period via UK…
Corporation Tax: Should You Pay Monthly or Quarterly?
Corporation Tax: Should You Pay Monthly or Quarterly? As a director of a limited company in the UK, you have some flexibility in choosing how often to pay corporation tax….
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