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If you're planning on operating separate trades under one limited company, this article will have useful information for you.

Operating multiple trades as a Limited Company

Is it better to contribute as an individual or through your limited company?

Charity contribution - Tax efficiency

Everything you need to know about what you can claim with your Garden Office

Garden Office - Tax Implications

Detail of the tax implications of taking a directors loan through a limited company.

Implication of taking a directors loan through the company

What you need to know about keeping electronic or physical receipts

Keeping electronic or physical records and receipts

This article is about how you should pay yourself tax efficiently via salary and dividends through your limited company

How much should I pay myself? - Limited company director tax efficiency for 23/24 & 24/25 tax years

This article is to provide information in regards to non-spousal share transfers i.e. transferring shares to friends, family and employees.

Non-Spousal Share Transfers Explained

What is a Unique Tax Reference (UTR) Number

Some guidance on how to structure your new business

Choosing a business structure

This article will tell you a bit of information about the deadlines for registering, submitting your self assessments and paying any tax.

Deadlines for Self Assessment

Key Man Insurance: Understanding the Tax Implications for Small 
Businesses in the UK

Relevant Life Insurance: Tax Implications for Small Business Owners in the 
UK

The ins and outs of repaying your student loan while self-employed

How do I repay student loan when self-employed or operating through a limited company?

If you've ever wondered about the differences between Cash basis vs Accruals accounting & which Ember uses.

Cash basis vs Accruals accounting & which does Ember use?

Are you thinking of transferring shares to a spouse?

Share transfers to spouse

This article will explain the company and accounting records that must be kept.

Record keeping for a limited company

A look at the advantages and disadvantages of operating as either a sole trader (self employed) or operating through a Limited company

Sole Trader vs Limited company

Here we have listed the majority of allowable expenses for your limited company

Allowable expenses for Limited Companies

This article details the corporation tax changes that impacts clients earning over 50k in profit a year from the 1st April 2023.

Corporation Tax changes - From the 1st April 2023

If you are near the £50,270 threshold, this article will provide some tips on how to be the most tax efficient.

Tax efficient options at the higher rate threshold

We explain the basics of what a UK self assessment/personal tax return is, key components and common deductions.

What is self assessment for individuals in the UK?

explains what a balancing payment is for self assessment and provides examples

Self assessment - Balancing payment explained

Explains payments on account related to Self Assessment and links this with the balancing payment due when completing personal tax returns.

Self assessment - Payments on account and balancing payment explained

Self assessment for individuals in the UK

W-8BEN form

Information about the fundamentals of the 24 month rule & when it applies

What is the 24 month rule?

This article provides guidance on how to pay yourself in the most tax-efficient way through your limited company for the 2025/26 tax year

Tax Efficiency for the 2025/26 Tax Year: A Guide to Managing Salary and Dividends for Limited Company Directors

Exploring tax relief on personal & company pension contributions, allowances, and restrictions to maximise your savings as a company director

Company and Personal Pension Contributions

Essential accounting and tax tips for new limited company owners in their first year to stay compliant

Tips for your first year in business

Steven Anderson

Martin Comeda

Steven Moore

Tax Tips

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