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Tax returns for a deceased taxpayer

You may need to submit tax returns for someone who has died. As the personal representative, you are legally responsible for reporting income earned before and after death. This person, known as the ‘personal representative’, is legally responsible

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Do you have additional income streams?

Side income over £1,000 may mean filing a tax return. HMRC is urging part-time earners to check their tax position for 2024-25, especially if they earn from casual work, renting, or crypto. If you are earning extra income it is important to be aware

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What if you no longer need to submit a tax return

You must tell HMRC if you no longer need to file a tax return. Whether you have stopped trading or no longer rent out property, notifying HMRC early avoids penalties and keeps your records up to date. If your circumstances have changed and you

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Who is liable to Income Tax at Scottish rates?

Where you live determines if you pay Scottish Income Tax. The rules are not based on where you work, who pays you, or national identity, but on your main UK home during the tax year. The definition of a Scottish taxpayer is generally linked to the

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Setting up a payroll scheme

Registering for payroll is essential when hiring staff. From HMRC registration to legal compliance, getting payroll processes right ensures your team is paid correctly and your business avoids penalties. When starting a business and hiring employees

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Are you ready for Companies House ID checks?

From 2025, Companies House is rolling out new identity verification requirements for directors, people with significant control (PSCs), and anyone forming or managing a UK company. These changes form part of the Economic Crime and Corporate

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How AI is changing your business

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer something for big tech firms alone - it is becoming a practical tool for small businesses, especially when it comes to financial management and forecasting. We can now harness AI tools to speed up data

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Use HMRC app and be job-ready this summer

Starting work this summer? Download the free HMRC app to get your NI number, check your tax code and stay on the right pay. Young people finishing exams and entering the job market this summer are being urged by HMRC to download the HMRC app. The

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Tax gap estimated at 5.3% for 2023-24

HMRC missed out on £46.8bn in tax last year. Small businesses and Corporation Tax make up the biggest share of the shortfall. The tax gap for the 2023-24 tax year has been published and is estimated to be 5.3% of total theoretical tax

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