For most limited company directors, your accountant is likely to be the advisor you engage with more than any other. In this guide, we look at the professional qualifications held by accountants and accountancy firms.
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How to create an invoice for your limited company – includes template
If you decide to trade as a limited company contractor, every time you complete a payment period (typically weekly or monthly), you will have to submit an invoice to your agency or client before payment can be made. … [more]
Can I pay for a gym membership through a limited company?
A frequently asked question by company owners is whether or not a gym membership is an allowable business expense. … [more]
How much does it cost to set up a limited company in the UK?
Setting up a limited company in the UK remains remarkably inexpensive, even with the 2024 and 2026 fee increases. You can set up your own limited company in several ways. You can go direct via Companies House, hire an accountant, or use a company … [more]
Budget 2026 live – key points for contractors and small businesses
The Treasury has published its Budget 2026 Red Book, setting out the measures announced on Wednesday 28 October. Here are the main confirmed measures affecting contractors and small business owners, with the dates set out in the official Budget … [more]
BADR (Business Asset Disposal Relief) for company directors
If you are closing down your limited company - due to retirement, a career change, or the impact of the Off-Payroll (IR35) rules - you may be able to reduce the tax you pay on the funds you extract. This is where Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) … [more]
At last: Umbrella companies to be regulated from December 2027
The government has confirmed that umbrella companies will come under statutory regulation in December 2027, after years of consultation and nearly two decades in which many unscrupulous providers have thrived. … [more]
Leasing a car through your limited company
Leasing a car through your limited company can be a tax-efficient way to run a vehicle, particularly if you choose an electric model; your company can claim Corporation Tax relief on the lease payments and often reclaim part of the VAT. … [more]
Does your limited company accountant need to be an ACSP?
If you use an accountant to look after your limited company's affairs, you may have come across the term Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). … [more]
How to authorise your accountant to deal with HMRC
The main job of an accountant is to look after your limited company's tax affairs. When you sign up with a new firm, you must authorise them to deal with HMRC on your behalf. So, how does this authorisation process work in practice? … [more]
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