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R&D tax relief: Handling stricter compliance checks
Research and development tax relief compliance checks – what HMRC is looking for and how SMEs can protect claims and avoid penalties.
How AI-powered bookkeeping can save you time and money
AI-powered bookkeeping for SMEs – practical steps to save time, reduce errors and prepare for MTD and Companies House changes.
What company directors need to know about the 2025/26 tax year
What company directors must know for 2025/26: tax bands, £500 dividend allowance, employer NIC at 15%, CGT £3,000, and planning steps.
Companies House reforms 2025: What SMEs need to know
Companies House reforms: identity checks, tighter accounts and software-only filing. What SMEs must do in 2025 and beyond.
How to effectively structure your business for tax efficiency
Discover how to structure your business for tax efficiency for 2025/26 with tips on sole trader, partnership, company, LLP choices.
Understanding capital allowances for business investments
Learn how capital allowances for business investments can cut your 2025/26 tax bill and improve cashflow for UK SMEs.
How to manage tax liabilities when selling your business
If you are thinking about selling up, the headline price is only half the story. The other half is what you keep after HMRC takes its share. Understanding tax liabilities when selling your business – and planning for them early – can lift your net proceeds, avoid...
Tax planning tips for freelancers and contractors
Practical 2025/26 tax planning tips for freelancers – manage income, use allowances and reduce liabilities with expert guidance.
Tax-efficient ways to fund your children’s education
Explore tax-efficient ways to fund your children’s education in 2025/26. Learn strategies that can ease future school fees and costs.
Understanding business rates and how to reduce them
Learn about business rates, how they’re calculated and ways to reduce them. Get practical tips from HW Associates.
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