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National Insurance Rates – Your Way Around the Maze
All rates in this article are for 2012/13. NIC for Employees For employees, Class1 National Insurance (NI) primary contributions are deducted from their salary each month as part of the PAYE system.

Salary and Dividends – Dividends and PAYE/NI
You are no doubt aware of the potential advantages relative to the payment of salary

Pension Simplification & Rules
Pension Simplification & Rules have made it easier for people in the UK to understand

Factoring & Invoice Discounting
As many businesses do, you may find yourself operating perilously close to your overdraft limit

Non UK Resident and Domicile Status
In late 2006 there was a Special Commissioner decision in favor of HM Revenue &

What are the Company Secretary Requirement?
There is no longer a legal requirement for private companies to have a company secretary

Accounting software – Advantages and Disadvantages
When it comes to managing finances, understanding the accounting software advantages and disadvantages is crucial

PAYE/NIC Late Payment Penalties
As you may be aware, since May 2010, HM Revenue is charging penalties for late

Private Residence Relief – More Than One Residence
Principal Private Residence Relief (PPR relief) allows homeowners to sell their homes without being liable

Are You Safe from the IR35 Regulations?
Last updated: 18 October 2026 As a provider of services through your own limited company,

Managing Finances as a Director of a Limited Company
Are you looking for professional tech-savvy tax advisors and accountants in the UK to guide

Tax Treatment Payments on Termination of Employment
In certain circumstances, a lump sum payment to an employee on the termination of their

Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Issues
On 6th April 2007, a new Construction Industry Scheme was introduced. Many of the characteristics

Capital Allowances for 2026/27
Last updated: 18 October 2026 Capital allowances are the tax relief businesses get for spending

Corporation Tax Deductibility of Year End Bonuses
The application of accounting standards is important in the determination of a company’s taxable profit.