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HMRC Tax Investigations Target Small Businesses
HMRC Targeting Small Businesses for Tax Investigations. Latest figures show small businesses account for 60% of the UK tax gap — here’s why they’re under more scrutiny and how to stay compliant.

John Massey
3 days ago2 min read


Is Clothing Tax Deductible? 👔
Can the self-employed claim tax relief on clothing? Discover what HMRC allows + a tax tip to make everyday clothing allowable.

John Massey
Sep 101 min read


Trivial Benefits: Tax-Free Gifts for Employees (and Directors) 🤫
How by following HMRC's Trivial Benefits rules you can give tax free gifts of up to £50 to employees (and even Directors!)

John Massey
Jul 161 min read


Optimum Directors’ Salary and Dividends for 2025/26 💷
Use the optimum Directors Salary to save up to £1,311 in tax.

John Massey
Mar 171 min read


Buying a Van for Your Business: Tax & Finance Tips 🚚
What to think about when buying a new work vehicle 🚚

John Massey
Jan 172 min read


Understanding Child Employment in Your Business 👨👩👧👦
The legal and tax considerations of employing children

John Massey
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Marriage Allowance 💍
Could you save £252 per year in tax? Marriage Allowance rules summarised.

John Massey
Jul 1, 20241 min read


Optimal Directors’ Salary and Dividends for 2024/25 💷
What's the optimal directors’ salary and dividend mix for 2024/25?

John Massey
Mar 27, 20241 min read


Protect yourself from the costs of a tax investigation
How small businesses can protect against the costs of a tax investigation

John Massey
Nov 23, 20232 min read


Working from home 🏠 tax allowances
If you're self-employed and work from home, claim tax relief by following these rules

John Massey
Jun 20, 20231 min read


Optimum Directors’ Salary and Dividends for 2023/24 💷
What's the optimum directors’ salary and dividend mix for 2023/24?

John Massey
Mar 15, 20231 min read


Are Gifts to Customers Allowable Against Tax? 🎁
Follow this guidance and you can afford to be a little more generous with your customers this year

John Massey
Dec 1, 20221 min read


How much tax is collected by HMRC investigations?
Compare how much tax is raised from investigations into individuals, small and large businesses

John Massey
Nov 23, 20221 min read


How to pay your Self-Assessment tax bill
How and when to pay your Self-Assessment tax bill

John Massey
Jul 29, 20221 min read


Don't miss the 31 January Tax Return deadline
What happens if your Self-Assessment Tax Return is late?

John Massey
Jan 11, 20222 min read


Charitable Donations – Should you tick the “Gift Aid” box? ✅
Should you tick the “Gift Aid” box when giving to charity? It depends largely on personal circumstances

John Massey
Jul 15, 20212 min read


Self-Employed Car & Van Expenses 🚗 Mileage vs Actual Costs Explained
Self-employed: How to maximise the tax relief on your travel/motoring expenses. Mileage claims vs Actual costs compared.

John Massey
May 12, 20211 min read


Entertaining and Meals Out 🍴 What is the correct tax treatment?
Can your company pay for the occasional meal out? What about the costs of food on-the-go (subsistence)?

John Massey
Nov 5, 20203 min read


Can my business pay for my bicycle? 🚴♂️
As a business owner, can the Cycle to Work Scheme work for you?

John Massey
Jul 12, 20201 min read


8 tips to avoid a tax investigation by HMRC 📩
How can you avoid attracting the attention of HMRC?

John Massey
May 1, 20202 min read
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