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HMRC has quietly launched a consultation that could significantly increase the amount of information it receives about residential landlords.   Whilst the proposals are aimed at letting agents and tenancy deposit schemes, the real target is rental income itself. The direction of travel is clear. HMRC wants to know who owns rental properties, how much…

Click here for detail and the full Whitings commentary on 2026 Autumn Budget   The recent Budget was accompanied by a number of consultations and policy papers that give a strong indication of the Government’s long-term intentions for business taxation. Whilst there were relatively few immediate changes to Corporation Tax, the overarching theme is clear:…

Click here for detail and the full Whitings commentary on 2026 Autumn Budget   After considerable speculation in the run-up to Budget 2026, many had expected significant changes to the taxation of individuals, particularly wealth taxes such as Capital Gains Tax (CGT). The Chancellor delivered relatively minor tweaks rather than wholesale reform, although there are…

For many charities, an audit is simply something that has to be done. Either because your governing document requires it, it’s requested by trustees, or perhaps because it helps you put forward a stronger bid for funding. But a good charity audit should do more than just provide an audit report and satisfy compliance. It…

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has launched a new online tool designed to make it easier for employers and businesses to identify and keep track of important tax filing and payment deadlines. The tool allows you to find the deadlines that apply to you and add key dates directly to your online calendar.   It…

UPDATED: 23/10/26 The countdown has begun to file your Self Assessment Tax Return and pay your tax by 31st January 2027 as there are only 100 days remaining to file and pay before deadline.   The deadline for submitting an online return is midnight 31st January 2027. You will also need to pay the tax you owe by…

1. Mixing Business and Personal Expenses Using one bank account for everything to do with the business helps keep your records simple.   2. Missing Allowable Expenses Instead of only claiming obvious costs, consider what other costs for your business could be tax deductible.   3. Poor Record Keeping Rather than relying on a box…

We had the privilege last night of attending the 2026 Huntingdonshire Business Awards. As the second year as Headline Sponsor for this event, it was pleasure to see so many additional local businesses in attendance. With three of our offices located in the local towns of Ramsey, St Ives and St Neots, it was lovely…

Celebrating Local Businesses The 2026 Bury Free Press West Suffolk Business Awards were held on Friday 9th October at The Apex. Members of our Bury St Edmunds and Mildenhall offices attended for a fantastic evening celebrating local businesses.   The night started with a drinks reception and music by local students, which was followed by…

What Landlords Need to Know The Government is introducing a new “Register your rental property” service across England. This is designed to create a comprehensive register of private rented properties. The scheme will begin rolling out from 15 December 2026. Registration deadlines will be applied on a regional basis according to where the rental property…