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Recovering VAT on pre-registration costs

Recovering VAT on pre-registration costs

Businesses that register for VAT may be able to reclaim VAT paid on certain goods and services purchased before VAT registration.  There are specific time limits for claiming pre-registration VAT. VAT on goods can generally be reclaimed where the goods are still...
Evidence required to support business expense claims

Evidence required to support business expense claims

Self-employed individuals can deduct allowable business expenses from their income when calculating taxable profits. However, businesses must keep accurate records and evidence to support the costs being claimed. HMRC requires taxpayers to keep proof of business...
Could your business survive a cyberattack?

Could your business survive a cyberattack?

Cybercrime is no longer a problem that only affects large organisations. Increasingly, small and medium-sized businesses are becoming targets because criminals often see them as having weaker security and fewer resources to recover from an attack. A successful...
Are your employment policies ready for workplace reforms?

Are your employment policies ready for workplace reforms?

Employment law continues to evolve, and businesses should keep a close eye on forthcoming changes that may affect the way they recruit, manage and retain staff. Although many of the proposed reforms are still being developed, employers should not wait until new...
Official rate of interest for beneficial loans

Official rate of interest for beneficial loans

Employers providing loans to employees or directors need to ensure they correctly calculate any taxable benefit using HMRC’s official rate of interest. Where a loan is provided at no interest or at a rate below the official rate, a taxable benefit may arise....