by ClearwaysAccountants | Nov 1, 2018 | Budgets and Autumn statements, Contractor
Other key changes in the Budget The personal allowance will be £12,500 and the basic rate band will be £37,500. A total income of £50,000 before paying higher rate tax (and also losing child benefit) so a very high marginal tax rate if you have children. Other...
by ClearwaysAccountants | Nov 27, 2015 | Contractor, Freelancer, Self Employment, Small business advice, Tax Tips, VAT
A common problem for small businesses… Late payments create cash flow problems for small businesses and this can lead to debts with HM Revenue & Customs. According to the latest figures, VAT arrears are currently £2.58 billion. Most companies pay VAT on the...
by ClearwaysAccountants | Sep 23, 2013 | A-Z of tax and accounting terms, Contractor, Freelancer, Self Employment, Small business advice
Value Added Tax (VAT) and Venture Capital Trusts Value Added Tax VAT or sales tax applies to almost all goods and services and the majority are subject to VAT at 20% (the standard rate). Some sales (or supplies in the jargon) are exempt from VAT. See our earlier...
by ClearwaysAccountants | May 23, 2013 | Business tax, Contractor, Freelancer, Self Employment, Small business advice, Tax Tips
If your business has outgrown the spare room and you are looking to expand then one of your options is setting up an office in your garden. There will be another blog to follow this one, that will cover the business tax position. What about VAT? If your company or...
