Tax

Good tax planning is essential for small businesses. Read our practical information on how business income is taxed, key business taxes and tax help

Understanding business property taxes can help you take advantage of tax reliefs and ensure you aren't caught out by unexpected charges. Our guide.

We've scoured the web to get you the most up-to-date advice which includes the most useful tools on offer from the officials themselves.

Being self-employed as a sole trader can be a straightforward way to be in business - but you need to comply with your tax obligations. Our guide.

Our overview of how VAT works, when you might need to (or choose to) become VAT-registered and what your obligations will be if you do.

Complying with each and every tax rule can be complex. Our guide to what to do if you business faces tax problems or is visited by the tax inspector.

While nobody likes paying income tax, the right approach to your tax return will minimise aggravation and can reduce the amount you end up paying.

Effective planning can minimise your liability for capital gains tax by taking advantage of available allowances and reliefs. We explain your options.

Although it can affect your entitlement to some state benefits, effective tax planning may allow you to reduce your NI contributions. Our overview.

If you have employees, you'll almost certainly be required to operate PAYE to collect income tax and NI contributions. Our guide to the basics.

Corporation tax is charged on taxable profits including trading profits and most investment profits as well as capital gains. What you need to be aware of.

Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (previously called Annual Residential Property tax) is payable on certain high-value, enveloped properties.

Taking on a first employee is a big step for any business. This e-tutorial from HMRC will take you through the process of becoming an employer.

UK business rates, which are largely unavoidable, are a tax on non-domestic property and they vary depending where the premises are located.

If you work from home, you may be liable for business rates for the part of your home you use for work - in addition to council tax on the rest.

Effective tax planning is essential if you are to minimise your tax bills. Simple tax planning can significantly reduce your tax liabilities.