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R&D Tax Credits

R&D tax credits allow UK limited companies to reduce Corporation Tax or receive a cash repayment for developing new or improved products, software or processes where scientific or technological uncertainty existed. Claims must now follow strict HMRC compliance rules, including advance notification, a detailed technical narrative, an Additional Information Form and correct reporting on the CT600 tax return.

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NT Tax Code

The NT tax code means no Income Tax is deducted from your pay or pension by your employer or pension provider. It is usually issued when HMRC believes your tax is being collected another way, such as through Self Assessment, or when your income is not currently taxable.

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What Is a Holiday Let?

This guide explains exactly what counts as a holiday let in the UK, how they are taxed, the legal and council rules you must follow, and what property owners need to know before buying, converting or advertising one.

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ACSP - Authorised Corporate Service Provider Identity Verification

We charge £99 plus vat to verify your identity to Companies House standards. Order online now and you will receive a link by email and or text to access our biometric software. You then just need your passport or driving licence and proof of home address to hand. Simply follow the instructions on screen to obtain your Companies House Personal Code.

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Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters Rights Bill is landmark UK legislation that has now become the Renters’ Rights Act. It represents the biggest overhaul of private rented sector law in a generation. Its purpose is simple and transformative: to give tenants greater security, fairness and control over their homes while making landlord obligations clearer and enforcement more effective.

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Cryptocurrency

This guide explains what cryptocurrency is, how it works, how to buy it safely, how to store and spend it, how it is taxed in the UK, the real risks involved, and where the technology is heading. Whether you are completely new or already own crypto assets, this page is designed to give you a clear, balanced, and practical understanding — without hype, jargon, or fear-based messaging.

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Director Duties

Being a company director in the UK comes with significant legal, financial and ethical responsibilities. Whether you run a small owner-managed limited company or sit on the board of a growing business, your duties as a director are set out in law and enforced by Companies House, HMRC and the courts.

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Micro-Entity Accounts

Micro-entity accounts are the simplest form of statutory accounts available to UK limited companies. If your business qualifies as a micro-entity, you can prepare shorter, less complex accounts with significantly reduced disclosure requirements.

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When is Corporation Tax Due?

A complete, accountant-written guide covering corporation tax deadlines, payment rules, filing dates, penalties, interest charges, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

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How to Reduce Corporation Tax

As a UK limited company, reducing your corporation tax bill legally and efficiently is one of the smartest ways to improve your cash flow and reinvest more money back into your business. But with HMRC scrutiny higher than ever, you need to ensure every tax-saving strategy is fully compliant, evidence-based, and professionally managed.

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Reclaiming S455 Tax

If the loan is repaid, released or written off, the company can claim repayment of the S.455 tax via HMRC’s L2P process or by amending the CT600A, depending on the timing.

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Business Asset Disposal Relief - BADR

Reduce the capital gains tax on qualifying business disposals.
This guide explains who can claim BADR, what counts as a qualifying disposal, how the lifetime limit works, key rule changes, practical planning tips, and includes an interactive calculator to estimate your potential tax.

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Salary Calculator

Understanding how much of your salary you actually take home after Tax and National Insurance can be confusing. Use our calculator to estimate your monthly and annual take-home pay for the 2025/26 tax year, with support for different tax codes.

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Companies House Authentication Code

Your Companies House authentication code is one of the most important security tools for your business. Without it, you can’t file accounts, update company information, or make changes to directors. In this guide, we’ll explain what the authentication code is, why it matters, how to get it, and what to do if you’ve lost or need to change it.

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Gifts and Capital Gains Tax

Plain-English explanation of CGT on a disposal even when gifting – i.e. tax on gains when you give away assets.

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