💼 Family Investment Companies in the UK 2025/26: The Pros and Cons Explained As family wealth grows — often through business profits, property, or long-term investments — many families start to look for tax-efficient ways to protect assets for future generations. One option that’s gained popularity in recent years is the Family Investment Company (FIC).…
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💼 Corporation Tax Planning Before Year-End: Strategies for 2025 As 2025 heads towards its final quarter, now is the perfect time for UK companies to think about corporation tax planning. Smart planning before your year-end can reduce your tax bill, improve cash flow, and keep more money in your business for growth. Here are some…
Details📢 Preparing for the 2025 Autumn Statement: What Businesses Should Expect 🗓️ September 2025 The Autumn Statement is one of the most important dates in the UK business calendar. It’s when the Chancellor outlines key tax and spending changes that will shape the economy — and your business — heading into 2026. With Making Tax…
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💼 Tax-Efficient Ways to Extract Profits from Your Business As a business owner, you’ve worked hard to grow your company — but when it comes to taking money out, the big question is: what’s the most tax-efficient way to do it? Whether you’re a director of a limited company or a small business owner, it’s…
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💷 How to Price Your Products and Services for Profit in 2025 Pricing can make or break a business. Set prices too low, and you risk squeezing your profits (or even making a loss). Set them too high, and you may struggle to attract or retain customers. For small and micro business owners, finding the…
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Tax Planning for 2025–26: What You Can Still Do Before 5 April 2026 🕒💼 Quick note: the UK 2025–26 tax year runs from 6 April 2025 to 5 April 2026 — and many year-end opportunities will disappear after 5 April 2026. GOV.UK Here’s a short, practical checklist of things business owners and individuals can still…
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Tax Returns Are Changing Forever: What Making Tax Digital Means for You from April 2026 If you’re a sole trader, landlord, or self-employed individual in the UK, your annual tax return is about to undergo its biggest shake-up in decades. From April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) will…
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💼 What Business Owners Need to Know About Director’s Loans If you’re a director of a limited company, chances are you’ve borrowed money from the business — or loaned it some yourself. This is totally normal, but it’s important to understand the tax implications. These are called Director’s Loans, and if they’re not managed properly,…
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🧑🎓Hiring Students or Seasonal Workers This Summer? Here’s What You Need to Know☀️ Summer is a busy time for many UK businesses — especially in hospitality, retail, tourism, and agriculture. Bringing in students or seasonal staff can be a great way to manage the increased workload, but it’s important to stay on top of your…
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Starting a New Business in Late 2025? Here’s What You Should Do First If you’re planning to launch your business in the second half of 2025 — congratulations! Whether it’s a side hustle, a startup, or a long-dreamed-of venture, getting the foundation right from day one is critical for long-term success. Here’s what every new…
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