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Small Business Tax

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The Tax pitfalls of being self-employed
[January 22, 2008] A simple guide to the transition between being taxed as an employee, and becoming self-employed,
 
How to make the most of trading tax losses
[January 14, 2008] As we approach the end of yet another tax year readers with possible tax losses for the current tax year may find this article of some interest. A claim to set off losses has to be "all or nothing".
 
Capital Allowance breaks could be good news for small businesses
[January 4, 2008] Smaller businesses can make substantial savings as a result of sweeping changes to the tax relief system for investment in assets such as plant and machinery.
 
Capital Allowances - Changes for 2008/9 tax year
[December 10, 2007] An overview of changes to the capital allowances system for the 2008/9 tax year.
 
Stamp Duty - Small Business Guide
[November 28, 2007] Small businesses may be liable to pay stamp duty. We look at the two difference types - stamp duty land tax, and stamp duty reserve tax.
 
How to choose accounting software for small businesses
[November 15, 2007] The accounts software package that you choose when you start your business could affect how much financial control you have in the years to come. How to choose accounting software, including links to the leading providers.
 
How company cars are taxed
[November 14, 2007] In the old days, one of the perks of running your own business was the ability to run a decent car by getting your company to lease it, and take it as a company car. That perk doesn’t really exist any more.
 
CGT - selling non-business assets after 5 April 2008
[November 9, 2007] Proposed changes to CGT in the Pre-Budget Report will mean that the CGT rate paid by people selling non-business assets will fall from 24% to 18%. However, the removal of indexation relief means that many long-term holders will end up paying more tax.
 
CGT - selling business assets after 5 April 2008
[November 9, 2007] The Pre-Budget Report's proposed abolition of taper relief and indexation relief will mean an 80% increase in the capital gains tax most business owners have to pay when selling a business after 5 April 2008.
 
How to get the best value from your accountant
[November 7, 2007] A good accountant is an invaluable source of knowledge, advice and expertise, and can cover their fees many times over with the value they bring or even in cash saved from the taxman. Here's how to get full value from your accountant
 
Financial and Management Accounts - The Differences
[November 6, 2007] A small business overview of the differences between Financial Accounts (Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Analysis), and Management Accounts.
 
What is a balance sheet and how do you create one?
[November 5, 2007] A balance sheet is a snapshot of the financial health of the small business. We provide an overview of the components of a typical balance sheet and how you create a balance sheet for your business.
 
Profit and Loss (P&L) Accounting Guide
[November 1, 2007] When you’re trying to work out how well your business is doing, one of the most powerful tools in your financial arsenal is your profit and loss account (P&L).
 
Capital Allowances - A small business guide
[October 30, 2007] Capital Allowances guide. When you buy certain new equipment, invest in buildings or research and development, you can deduct a proportion of the cost from your taxable profits and reduce your business tax bill.
 
New businesses need a single tax code to avoid registration confusion
[October 29, 2007] The Public Affairs Committee has slammed HMRC for its "badgering" of small business people. A single business tax code would make things a lot easier during the tax registration process.
 
Guide to Business Rates
[October 29, 2007] This simple guide will help you understand what business rates you might have to pay, how to challenge the rates set, and even if you can claim any relief.
 
Corporation Tax Mistakes - How to avoid them
[October 24, 2007] While filling out a corporation tax return is best left to your accountant, you should be fully aware of the common mistakes made
 
Sole Trader Self Assessment Tax Guide
[October 23, 2007] A guide to sole trader taxation; what you have to pay tax on, how much tax you should pay, and how to make the self assessment process easier.
 
Capital Gains Tax change - surge in business exits expected
[October 19, 2007] A leading consultancy firm has predicted a surge in the number of business owners selling up before the new flat 18% Capital Gains Tax rate takes effect on 6th April 2008.
 
CGT taper relief abolition - petition launched to oppose the change
[October 18, 2007] With everyone from major business organisations, to the panelists of BBC's "Dragons Den" speaking out against the abolition of CGT taper relief, a petition has been set up calling for the measure to be reversed before the implementation date of 6th April 2008.

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