Many of us buy clothing that, in reality, we only wear for work – and we are often asked if the cost of these clothes can be set against the tax bill. The short answer is no: HM Revenue & Customs is adamant that such expenditure has a purpose not […]
Category Archives: Business
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Jun
Jun
In the 2020/21 tax year, just ended on 5th April 2021, as an employee you may have received extra support from your employer to enable you to continue to work. HMRC introduced a number of concessions so that these necessary support measures are not taxable benefits for employees. They include, […]
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Jun
Jun
To mark World Environment Day (Saturday 5 June) we have been thinking about some small changes business owners can do to have a positive impact on the environment. Below are a few ideas to help your business become more sustainable and do your part in tackling climate change. Save […]
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World Environment Day. What are green investments?
03
Jun
Jun
A few years’ ago, we felt that it was important to offer our client’s an alternative to our mainstream investment portfolios which are low cost and globally diverse. But what does the green alternative look like? We decided not to call our new portfolios ethical investments. This is because what […]
Blog, Business, Financial Planning, Investments, Later Life, Medical, Pay, PAYE, Payroll, Pensions, Personal Finance, Protection, Wealth
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 […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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May
May
“Should I get a company car?” is probably one of the most asked questions we receive. The fundamental answer revolves around tax efficiency and sustainability. A company car is a way your company can pay you back for your hard work, but you should also consider the purpose and values of […]
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May
May
We’re helping clients assess if they might need funding and loans available to help. The government recently launched its new Recovery Loan Scheme, so we wanted to make sure you knew your options. Here’s five things to know about the scheme: There’s no turnover or trading history requirements Personal guarantees […]