Completing your self employed tax return 21-22 can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. This video, part 2 of 2, follows on from last week. The process is broken down, so you can ensure that you're getting the most out of your tax return. Whether you're a first...
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How to prepare your tax return 21-22
How to prepare your tax return 21-22 may not get the pulse racing. For some it may cause anxiety, apoplexy and poking eyes with sticks may come to mind. However, if you are one of the 10.2 million + people that must complete a self-assessment tax return it’s a...
How to complete Forms SS-4 and 8832
Are you are a single member (shareholder) company completing a W-BEN-E form? If yes, this vlog is for you as I show you How to complete Forms SS-4 and 8832 . What's the W-8BEN-E form ? Good question. The W-8BEN-E form is is a document that Helps US companies do...
Money Saving tips
Learn more about five Money Saving tips. Quick wins, straightforward to implement and access. Learn more your tax entitlements and generate funds Marriage allowance Married or civil partnership, it’s all about the love, but also some tax savings to be had. You can...
Preparing your tax return
Preparing your tax return is a must for millions of taxpayers. Moreover, do you know why? In this video I'm going to Firstly show you who needs to complete a personal tax return Secondly, the key information that you need to include, Thirdly, some costs you can claim...
Claiming Carers Allowance
Claiming Carers Allowance is this week’s vlog. Furthermore, you may ask why. It’s a sad fact that nearly £1.3 billion worth of unclaimed carer's allowance in the United Kingdom. That’s almost 400,000 people who care for friends or relatives who are are missing out...
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS))
The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) was introduced in 1971 to combat serious tax evasion in the industry. The CIS scheme has rules as to how contractors should make payments to sub-contractors. What are contractors? Contractors typically provide agreed services...
Limited Liability Partnership
A Limited Liability Partnership is like a duck billed platypus. A duck billed platypus is a bit of every animal. Likewise, a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) shares many of the features of a normal partnership, blended with that of a company. Moreover, it also...
Sole trader to a limited company
How to change from a sole trader into a limited company is this week’s topic. Are you thinking about changing from a sole trader to a limited company? There are many reasons why this might be the case. Tax issues and wanting more protection for your business are the...
Furlough Grant – Next Steps
Furlough Grant – Next Steps is a must know topic. Furthermore, even though the scheme has ended there is housekeeping to be done. Records, compliance and reporting to HMRC is still on the radar. If you are an employer, whether you're a self-employed employer or a...
Understanding holiday pay
Understanding holiday pay, and how to calculate it is vital for any business that has workers. Are you a business, private or not for profit? If so, then this video is for you. Firstly, I'm going to explain how holiday pay works in the UK Secondly, how you calculate...
National Insurance explained – Video
National Insurance explained by Video, how cool is that. Are you looking for a simple explanation of National Insurance (NI)? You have come to the right place In this video, I am going to be talking about National Insurance specifically, what it is The rationale...
Tax relief when working from home
If you have not been able to go to work because of COVID, you can claim tax relief for working from home and get some extra cash. In this blog-vlog I will explain: How the tax relief works for employees working at home Who qualifies and how you can check How you claim...
Self assessment payments on account
Calling UK taxpayers, be aware of the self-assessment payments on account. If you are not prepared, then this will a nasty shock to your bank balance. As well as your stress levels! I have got you covered. I'm going to talk about: What the payment on account is How...
Can you claim the fifth self-employed grant?
Have you heard about the fifth self-employed grant? The fifth self-employed grant is a government initiative helping people who are self-employed. It’s due to be paid out over the summer months, covering the periods between May 2021 and September 2021. Today’s vlog...
How to complete the W-8BEN-E form
How to complete the W-8BEN-E form is not a party trick or something to impress your friends. It’s a must do if you're a non-US tax resident company, partnership or a charity receiving income from the United States. Do you want to stop 30% withholding tax from being...
How to complete W-8 forms
How you should complete W-8 forms is a must if you do business with the US. It’s also a must if have investments in the US or earn income in the US. For example, you tubers, sole traders, UK resident companies, Individual taxpayers, will all come under these rules....
Filing your tax return early
Filing your tax return early, what nonsense is this ? Are you tired of rushing to complete your tax return at the last minute? Do you dread the thought of sorting through endless receipts and documents? Filing your tax return early can provide many benefits. In this...
Should you pay off your Bounce Back Loan?
You are here because you want to know Should you pay off your Bounce Back Loan . Many of you would have already received some notices from your bank advising you that your Bounce Back Loans are coming up for repayment. A key question is should you pay them back now?...
Choosing your business structure to save tax
Sole trader or limited company and Choosing your business structure to save tax ? Previously I talked about the differences between a sole trader and limited company. What you need to consider when deciding what business structure, you should adopt. You cannot make...