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Are you too dependent on one customer?

Many successful businesses begin by working closely with one major customer. While this can provide...

Five ways to improve customer retention

Winning new customers is important, but many businesses overlook the value of keeping the customers...

Employee travel expenses

There is no requirement to report certain travel and subsistence expenses where an exemption applies...

Tax treatment of loans to employees

Employees may receive a taxable benefit where an employer provides a loan that is interest-free...

Company mobile phones and tax implications

When employers provide mobile phones to employees, it is important to understand the tax treatment...

Understanding dividend tax

Understanding dividend tax is important for anyone who receives income from shares in a company...

Tax relief on professional subscriptions

Employees may be entitled to tax relief on certain professional fees and subscriptions that they...

Investment Manager Exemption (IME)

The Investment Manager Exemption (IME) is a long-standing HMRC concession that helps attract international investment...

Companies House steps up enforcement activity

Companies House is entering a new era of enforcement as it begins making greater use...

The benefits of Fair Payment Code accreditation

Getting paid on time remains one of the biggest challenges facing many small and medium-sized...

Capital Gains Tax if selling shares or investments

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a tax on the profit you make when you sell...

Understanding your National Insurance record

Your National Insurance record can be checked online to see what contributions and credits you...

Tax-free benefits in kind from your employer

The range of benefits that can be provided tax-free by an employer is relatively limited...

Claiming tax relief on charitable donations

When you donate money to a charity or Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) under Gift...

Understanding your tax code

Your tax code tells your employer or pension provider how much Income Tax to deduct...