Striking the balance: company or self-employed?
The announcements in September’s not-so-mini-Budget have altered the balance between operating your business as self-employed or via a company. How will you be affected?
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Timing is everything
September’s ‘mini-Budget’ introduced tax and NIC changes with a range of consequences to employees, employers and the self-employed. Have you sought advice before making any financial decisions?
The fight against rising inflation
It’s likely that your income will not keep pace with rising inflation, especially in the near term, so if you are searching for ways to cut expenditure, there are plenty of often overlooked opportunities.
Spiking inflation: what’s going on?
In April, UK inflation reached a level not seen since the early 1980s and there will likely be another rise just around the corner. What will it mean for your cash and investments?
The Chancellor’s May economy statement: all about energy
In late May, the Chancellor announced new measures to counter the rising cost of living, chiefly energy prices – a package greater in scope than many had expected and coupled with an Energy Profits Levy.
Inflation: getting real about returns
With inflation edging ever closer to double digits, the way you think about investment returns may need to change – and that means accepting some risk.
Confused by new NICs changes?
The changes to NICs announced in the Spring Statement were not straightforward for employees, company directors and the self-employed. Let’s set the record straight.
Universal Credit eligibility expands to higher rate taxpayers
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has revealed that more than half a million higher rate taxpayers could now be eligible for Universal Credit, among 26% of all families and 84% of all single parents.
2021 Budget Overview
Earlier this afternoon, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak delivered his 2021 budget and I felt it would be useful to provide you with a brief outline of this, particularly in light of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and its effect on our economy.
The tax year end approaches as filing deadline eased
An early 3 March Budget means the time is now to consider your tax position.