45 articles on HMRC from our accountants and bookkeepers, written in plain English for UK small businesses.
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HMRC now receives automatic data from Vinted, eBay, Etsy and other platforms. Here's exactly when your online selling becomes taxable income and what you need to do, as of 29th September 2026.
HMRC has revealed small businesses now make up 60% of the UK tax gap, up from 44% five years ago. Here's what the increase in HMRC scrutiny means for sole traders, Ltd companies and small business owners as of 29th September 2026.
The Autumn Budget is confirmed for 28th October 2026. Here is what small businesses, sole traders, and Ltd directors should consider doing before Chancellor Healey delivers his statement.
HMRC is sending letters to CIS contractors who may have used the wrong subcontractor deduction rate. Find out what the rates are, what the letters mean, and what to do if one arrives.
The deadline to register for Self Assessment for the 2025/26 tax year is 5 October 2026. Find out who needs to register, what happens if you miss it, and how to get your UTR in time.
Confused by business rates relief? Here are the confirmed England rules for small businesses in 2026/27, including SBRR, rural relief, the end of RHL relief and how to challenge a valuation.
HMRC has clarified who counts as a close company and which directors must file a Self Assessment return, even unpaid directors and those without shares. Here is what it means as of 22 September 2026.
HMRC has started auto-enrolling sole traders and landlords into MTD for Income Tax. Here is what it means, what software you need, and what to do if you receive a notification.
The government has announced a proposed rise in the trading-income reporting threshold. Here is what freelancers and side hustlers should do now.
HMRC sent 64,982 crypto tax warning letters for 2024/25. Here is what UK crypto holders should check, report and do next.
Confused about what counts as a business expense? From mileage and home working to equipment and entertaining, this guide covers the HMRC rules for sole traders and limited companies as of September 2026.
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