If you’re considering becoming a Sole Trader you might be wondering what expenses you’re able to claim. In this blog we explore just that, to give you an idea what it’s like to operate as a sole trader, and whether it’s the right business model for you. What is a [...]
In this Q&A we ask Paul Ankers (AKA Panks), the man responsible for running Vantage Accounting, 8 questions about Vantage, his career as an accountant, and his predictions for the next 6 months. Q1: What’s your best advice for a client running their own business? For the vast majority of [...]
Small business owners have had a lot of change to deal with this past year, so the recently announced increase to tax rates was probably the cherry on top. But how are they affected and what do they need to know? In this blog we explore just that, to ensure [...]
We’re now well into the new tax year, so now is a good time to take stock of the tax reliefs that are available to you, and what you’ve still got to take advantage of. In this blog we explore just that, and take a look at the top seven [...]
Now that Freedom Day has been and gone and life is returning to something that used to slightly resemble normality, there’s nothing stopping you from planning a summer social for you and your employees. But before you book anything, do you know how much you can claim as a business [...]
If you have a Limited Company and need transportation for your business you may be considering your options. So is it best to purchase a company car, or use your own car, and what tax implications can you expect for both options? In this blog we explore exactly that, to [...]
You may from time to time wish to borrow money from your Limited Company. Whilst you are able to do so there are a number of considerations you need to be aware of, one of which is the tax implications of doing so. In this blog we explore the process [...]
What is SEISS? The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) was made available to those who are self-employed or a member of a partnership, who were affected by coronavirus. If you lost out on income or had to stop working in order to look after someone you could apply for money [...]
What is an ATED? An Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings, or ATED is an annual tax that’s payable by companies that own UK residential property valued at more than £500,000. If you’re a UK landlord you’ll need to complete an ATED return if your property: Is a dwelling Was valued [...]
This past year has been tough for everyone, especially small businesses. You’ve survived temporary business closures, reduced customer foot flow, furloughed staff and faced uncertainty over the future of your business. So as we all slowly and cautiously begin to return to normal, now may be a good time to [...]