Unlike accidentally ordering a triple-shot caramel oat latte when all you wanted was a simple coffee, choosing the right business structure doesn't have to be overwhelming. Whether you're starting a new venture or reviewing your current setup, understanding the different structures can help you make informed decisions and build a strong foundation for future growth.
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Here’s the thing - summer is brilliant. The emails slow down, the diary stops looking quite so terrifying, and there's finally a moment to breathe. You've earned it, and you should absolutely make the most of it. But that little bit of extra headspace? It's gold dust for your business if you use even just a small part of it wisely.
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Just when you thought you'd got your head around the end of the furnished holiday lets tax regime, HMRC has another surprise for you. Depending on your circumstances, the end of the FHL regime could mean you now have a date with Making Tax Digital (MTD).
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Let's be honest. Filing a tax return is nobody's idea of a great summer activity. That's probably why so many people shove it to the bottom of the to-do list, promise themselves they'll "sort it next month" and then find January looming with an uncomfortable sense of déjà vu. But what if this was the year you got ahead of the game?
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Nobody likes an unexpected message from HMRC. Whether it's a letter through the door or an email dropping into your inbox, it's enough to make any business owner wonder, "What's this about?" And with HMRC using more data and better technology to spot errors and inconsistencies, those conversations are becoming more common.
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Nothing brings a team together quite like a summer get-together. Whether it's a Friday afternoon barbecue, a few drinks in the sunshine, an ice cream van turning up at the office, or simply treating the team to lunch, these little gestures can go a long way. Better still, HMRC might be willing to chip in.
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After 15 years on ice, HMRC's mileage allowance is finally thawing out. From 6 April 2026, the tax-free rate for cars and vans jumps to 55p per mile for the first 10,000 business miles - the biggest shake-up since 2011. Even better: it's backdated to the start of the tax year, so every business mile you've already driven this year is worth more than you thought.
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