Not many businesses operate without a bit of bad debt, although hopefully it is just the odd one! However, for tax purposes, there are different rules depending on the tax involved. VAT Relief On Bad Debts There are detailed instructions for VAT relief on bad debts which is set out […]
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Financial planning for newly qualified dentists
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May
May
Hurrah, after 5 long years you are now ready to go out and earn some money! What should newly qualified dentists be thinking about? How you are paid Ultimately the contract with the dental practice will determine your status for tax but if you are self-employed, it is up to […]
18
May
May
There are numerous accounts of tax officers trying to tax the provision of tea and coffee for employees, and whilst some of these amount to an urban myth, the tax rules about providing a bacon (or vegan alternative) sandwich for your employees as a trivial benefit are not straightforward. HMRC […]
17
May
May
Whether you’re environmentally conscious or just after something practical – the choice of electric car models has skyrocketed over the last year or so. More and more well-known brands have launched their own take on electric cars to try and complete with the market leader – Tesla. Not only is […]
13
May
May
There are three notes in a charity trustees’ report which often contain inaccuracies. (As mentioned in previous blog entitled, What should be included in a Trustees’ report? These are: Reserves policy Key management remuneration Public benefit These notes are often misunderstood or do not contain correct information, so these have […]
11
May
May
This blog series of A-Z tax issues provides you with a quick and easy guide to the tax matters that you and your business may need to look out for. Our advice is based on the questions that our Tax Team, with a collective 200+ years’ experience get asked time […]
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Why organising your finances is good for your mental health
11
May
May
Why is organising your finances good for your mental health? Mind, the mental health charity says: It’s those nagging thoughts in the middle of the night that cause us to lose sleep, cause gut busting anxiety and yes, it can become a vicious cycle leading to depression, relationship issues […]
10
May
May
Peace of mind is a phrase that’s used a lot, particularly by financial organisations. Here at Robson Laidler Wealth we would say that it’s about understanding where you are, where you want to get to and how to get there. Inevitably, this gives you confidence about the future, and that’s […]
06
May
May
As the 2021 Tax Return gears up, HM Revenue & Customs has confirmed that it will issue harsh penalties to tax payers who have incorrectly claimed SEISS, and subsequently not taken advantage of opportunities to voluntarily repay the excess amounts. The rules state that overpayments must be notified to HMRC […]
06
May
May
Charities are vital for the support, encouragement, and enhancement of people’s lives, but during the Coronavirus pandemic they have gone the extra mile to support those in need and have shown an admirable resilience. Charities must provide evidence of the impact they deliver to the people they support, especially to […]