New online tax tools for the self-employed

New online tax tools for the self-employed

Navigating tax obligations can be daunting for small business owners and sole traders. To make life easier, HMRC has introduced new interactive tools, including a Sole Trader Setup Guide and VAT

Self-assessment scam warning

Self-assessment scam warning

Scammers are on the rise as the Self-Assessment deadline nears! HMRC warns that HMRC never emails or texts about tax refunds. Stay alert, report suspicious contacts, and protect your money from

Protect your land and property from fraud

Protect your land and property from fraud

It is important to take the necessary steps to protect your land and property from fraud.

You are at a higher risk if:

Your identity has been stolen
You rent out your property
You live

How Council Tax is calculated

How Council Tax is calculated

To calculate your Council Tax, you need to know the following:

The valuation band of your property in England, Wales, or Scotland
The amount your local council charges for that band
Whether you

What are your concerns?

What are your concerns?

According to the Office for National Statistics as of October 2024, the primary concerns among individuals in the UK are:

National Health Service (NHS): 85% of adults identified the NHS as a

What is an acceptable pensions income?

What is an acceptable pensions income?

Determining an acceptable level of pension income for retirement depends on individual circumstances, including lifestyle expectations, health, and financial commitments. However, several guidelines

Subscription scams

Subscription scams

New proposals to crack down on subscription traps, have been unveiled by the Department for Business and Trade as the government launches a consultation on measures to make it easier for consumers to

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