Claiming tax relief on business insurance

by | Jul 23, 2026 | HMRC notices

If you are self-employed, you may be able to claim tax relief on certain business insurance costs as an allowable expense. This means the cost can be deducted when calculating your taxable profits, reducing the amount of tax you may need to pay. The insurance must...

Are you using the best VAT scheme for your business?

by | Jul 23, 2026 | Value Added Tax

Small businesses have several VAT schemes available that can simplify VAT administration and may help with cash flow. However, as a business grows or its circumstances change, it is important to review whether the VAT scheme being used is still the best for your...

Is HMRC holding money that belongs to you?

by | Jul 23, 2026 | General

It is important to know if HMRC is holding money that belongs to you. For example, if you have paid too much tax to HMRC, you may be able to claim a tax refund (also known as a tax rebate). Overpayments can happen for a number of reasons, including changes in your...

Advising HMRC of change in circumstances

by | Jul 23, 2026 | HMRC notices

If your personal details or circumstances change, you may need to tell HMRC as this could affect your tax position or entitlement to certain benefits. You should notify HMRC if you get married or form a civil partnership, or if you divorce, separate or stop living...