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Directors Loan Account

As a director of a UK limited company, managing your Director’s Loan Account (DLA) correctly is essential—not just for compliance with HMRC rules, but to protect your financial health and credibility. This guide covers both borrowing from and lending to your company—plus how interest is handled and accurately reported.

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Capital Gains Tax on Property

When you sell (or “dispose of”) a property in the UK that isn’t fully covered by exemptions, you may have to pay Capital Gains Tax (CGT). You must report and pay any Capital Gains Tax due on UK property within 60 days.

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How to Apply for VAT Registration

We explain the VAT thresholds, how to register, accounting schemes, choosing the right scheme and post-registration responsibilities.

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Property Rental Business

As property accountants specialising in landlord tax and company structures, we’ve created this guide to help UK property investors confidently navigate the rules around owning a rental company, tax obligations, and compliance requirements. Whether you're just starting or looking to optimise your portfolio, this guide is built on professional insight, tailored to landlords, and aligned with the latest 2025/26 regulations.

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How to Register for HMRC Online Services

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about HMRC Online Services—what they are, how to access them, key features, common issues, and expert tips for making the most of your account.

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Best Software For Making Tax Digital

We work with all of the main bookkeeping software packages available to UK small business users and often get asked for our opinion. This guide aims to help you choose the best package for your individual needs and gives insights from an accountants point of view.

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Allowable Business Expenses

In this comprehensive guide, we cover everything you need to know about limited company expenses in the UK—what you can claim, what you can’t, how to record it, and the golden rules that make it all legitimate.

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Check Employment Status for Tax (CEST)

Understand whether you're considered employed or self-employed for tax purposes in the UK – especially important for contractors, freelancers, and businesses engaging workers.

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Making Tax Digital Self Assessment

If you earn income from self-employment or property, MTD ITSA could apply to you soon — and getting prepared now is the best way to avoid penalties and stress later.

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How to Start a Business

Thinking of starting your own business or becoming self-employed? Whether you're launching a side hustle, freelancing, or setting up a limited company, taking the right first steps can make all the difference. This complete guide explains what to do, when to do it, and how to stay compliant — without the jargon.

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