News - Holeys

03-06-2025

How to prepare for an unexpected economic recovery

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded the UK's 2025 GDP growth forecast to 1.2 per cent, citing a strong first-quarter performance and signs of a recovering

03-06-2025

Identity crisis – Companies House begins to verify identities

On 8 April 2025, Companies House introduced identity verification for those who make filings on behalf of a business. It is currently a voluntary process, but will

03-06-2025

Too many sole traders are still missing out on their State Pension

How much State Pension you get depends on your National Insurance (NI) record when you reach the State Pension age. Gaps in your NI record could affect

03-06-2025

Three easy ways to manage your directors’ loan accounts

It is not uncommon for directors of a company to take loans from the business during each financial year, often to cover unexpected bills. However, you must

03-06-2025

Mandatory payrolling delayed to 2027 – Time to prepare, not to forget

The Government has confirmed that the mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind (BIK) and taxable employment expenses will now be introduced from April 2027, a year later

06-05-2025

How to maximise tax relief on losses to offset higher employment costs

The recent rise in employers’ National Insurance Contributions (NICs) to 15 per cent will lead to a 60 per cent increase in NIC costs for a business

06-05-2025

How HMRC treats cryptoassets disposed of by businesses

Cryptoassets make up a growing portion of the market, and businesses are increasingly looking to take advantage of these digital currencies. If your business carries out activities

06-05-2025

HMRC is closing its free Company Tax Return service

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) will permanently close its free service for submitting Company Tax Returns and annual accounts on 31 March 2026. Built over a decade

06-05-2025

Joint owners of Furnished Holiday Lets prepare for increased taxes

With the abolishment of the specific tax considerations for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHL) from the beginning of the current tax year, owners need to prepare for higher

06-05-2025

Beware tax avoidance scheme promoters – HMRC cracks down with new powers

Recent Government estimates suggest that as much as £1.8 billion is lost every year due to tax avoidance schemes. That money, designated to fund schools, hospitals and

06-05-2025

Is your remuneration strategy still tax-efficient in 2025/26?

Business owners who pay themselves through a combination of salary and dividends should revisit their remuneration strategy this tax year. With Income Tax thresholds frozen until 2028

06-05-2025

Capital allowances: Full Expensing vs AIA vs Writing-Down Allowances

Capital allowances allow businesses to claim tax relief on money invested in assets like machinery, equipment, or certain vehicles used commercially. There are a variety of capital