More and more people are being drawn into paying Inheritance Tax (IHT), as the price of property soars. This is because Chancellor Rishi Sunak froze the nil rate thresholds for paying the tax at £325,000 until 2026, while the value … Continue reading
Author Archives: Howard Roth
Be prepared if you decide to adopt a working from home policy
There seems little doubt now that the working from home phenomenon has become established. With a laptop, a phone and an internet connection, many tasks can be performed as adequately at home or elsewhere, as in an office. While returning … Continue reading
The benefits of taking on an apprentice
With the current labour shortage affecting pretty much all areas of the economy, taking on an apprentice could reap rewards for many businesses. There are many reasons why hiring an apprentice can benefit your business, but for hard-pressed employers, with … Continue reading
Survey shows taxpayers are still unprepared for Making Tax Digital switchover
A new survey on Making Tax Digital (MTD) shows taxpayers have an alarming lack of readiness and enthusiasm for the changeover and a lack of awareness that MTD for Income Tax begins in less than two years. HM Revenue & … Continue reading
Are you prepared for changes to the income tax basis?
Unincorporated businesses, including sole traders, the self-employed and trading partnerships, will be taxed on profits generated in the 12 months to 5 April each year from 2024/25. This is a significant change to taxation, which removes the basis period rules … Continue reading