The interaction between student loan repayments and payrolled benefits is an important topic for both employers and employees. With HMRC’s increasing focus on real-time payroll data, understanding how these two elements work together can help businesses stay compliant and ensure accurate deductions. How Student Loan Repayments Work When an employee’s earnings cross a certain...
Rising Inheritance Tax in the UK The Inheritance Tax UK receipts have reached a record £4.4 billion in just six months, signalling how more families are being drawn into the IHT net. With property values increasing and tax thresholds remaining frozen, many once-exempt estates now face significant tax bills. HMRC’s data show that IHT has...
The UK tax system is undergoing a significant digital transformation through Making Tax Digital (MTD) — an HMRC initiative designed to modernise the way businesses, landlords, and individuals record, report, and manage taxes. The goal of MTD is simple yet powerful: to make tax administration more efficient, accurate, and easier for everyone. At Care Accountancy,...
Understanding HMRC’s data-driven tax approach In recent years, HMRC’s large-scale data analysis has become one of the UK’s most powerful tools for increasing tax revenue and improving compliance. By harnessing advanced analytics and artificial intelligence, HMRC can now identify tax irregularities, detect avoidance schemes, and recover billions of pounds in unpaid taxes. This digital transformation...
Embracing digital accounting in today’s business world The way businesses manage their finances is changing rapidly, with digital tools now at the forefront of accounting processes. For small businesses, adopting digital accounting has become more than just a trend—it’s a necessity. By moving away from manual spreadsheets and outdated systems, SMEs can enjoy greater efficiency,...
Why family estate planning matters When it comes to protecting your wealth and ensuring your loved ones are looked after, family estate planning is essential. Whether through wills, trusts, or a combination of both, it provides peace of mind that your assets will be distributed according to your wishes while minimising complications for your family....
Understanding the latest SME tax update Staying informed about the latest SME tax update is essential for small and medium-sized businesses navigating an evolving tax landscape. HMRC continues to adjust tax rules, reporting obligations, and digital requirements that directly impact SMEs. Missing these updates could result in unnecessary penalties, so business owners must stay proactive...
Filing your annual tax return is not just about meeting deadlines – it’s about making sure the information you submit is right the first time. HMRC is now reminding individuals and businesses of the importance of submitting correct and complete tax returns, as errors can lead to costly investigations and penalties. At Care Accountancy, we...
Why personal service companies must handle contracts correctly An important reminder for those using personal service companies: income can only be treated as company income if contracts are signed in the company’s name. A recent tribunal case involving England cricketer Paul Collingwood highlights what happens when contracts are signed personally instead of by the company....
The government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative is set to transform how millions of people manage their tax affairs. According to recent reports, up to three million individuals may soon be required to comply with MTD Compliance rules, expanding the scope beyond businesses and landlords. This move highlights the UK’s ongoing efforts to modernise the...
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