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                                <updated>2026-06-08T09:32:02+01:00</updated>
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            <title><![CDATA[Why should I hold my properties through a limited company?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/why-hold-your-properties-through-a-limited-company" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Increasing property tax rates for individual landlords from 6th April 2027, combined with restrictions on mortgage interest relief under Section 24, have led many landlords to consider holding property through a limited company.]]>
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            <updated>2026-06-08T09:32:02+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Why you need a business bank account and how to choose one]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/why-you-need-a-business-bank-account-and-how-to-choose-one" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Not all businesses are legally required to have a business bank account but there are many advantages to opening one. This guide outlines why you might need a business bank account, how to find the right one for your business and how to successfully apply.]]>
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            <updated>2026-06-04T15:15:19+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How can technology drive efficiencies for my business?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-technology-can-drive-efficiencies-for-your-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[With recent research showing that embracing digital tools could reduce rather than increase overall costs for Small and Medium Sized Businesses (SMBs), we look at why online accounting solutions are a must in 2026.]]>
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            <updated>2026-06-03T14:47:32+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to protect yourself from tax and company filing scams]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-protect-yourself-from-tax-scams" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[With tax scams becoming more common around Companies House filings and the self-assessment tax return filing deadline, HMRC is urging taxpayers to stay vigilant.]]>
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            <updated>2026-06-03T09:36:06+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Your guide to auto-enrolment pensions]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/your-guide-to-auto-enrolment-pensions" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Automatic-enrolment into workplace pension schemes was introduced to encourage individuals to save for retirement. Statistics from 2023 show an additional 10 million people save into a pension because of it.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-20T16:40:46+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Changes at Companies House – what this means for you]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/changes-at-companies-house-what-this-means-for-you" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The changes to the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) received Royal Assent on 26th October 2023 and the new powers have been introduced in stages since then.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-19T16:20:28+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Tax obligations for online sellers]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/tax-obligations-for-online-sellers" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[New rules requiring online platforms used by sellers to report information about their users to HMRC highlight the need for online sellers to understand their tax obligations. This guide outlines what you need to know.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-19T18:46:10+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How do the Companies House reforms affect my business?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-do-the-companies-house-reforms-affect-my-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 became law on 26th October 2023 and triggered a series of Companies House reforms which affect small businesses.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-19T16:08:45+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[A guide to accounts and tax for new businesses]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/a-guide-to-accounts-and-tax-for-new-businesses" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Thinking of starting a business in the UK or have you already started the process? In this guide we look at the accounting and tax essentials you need to consider when starting a new business.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-19T17:07:13+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[The digitisation of tax: what does it mean for my business?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/the-digitisation-of-tax-what-does-it-mean-for-my-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Big changes continue with Making Tax Digital for income tax, the Companies House reforms and more HMRC services being online by default.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-19T16:53:21+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Sole trader or limited company – which structure is best for my business?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/sole-trader-or-limited-company-which-structure-is-best-for-my-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Choosing a legal structure is one of the most important decisions for a new business owner, and understanding the options can be challenging.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-05-19T18:12:21+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What your accountant needs to file your tax return]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-your-accountant-needs-to-file-your-tax-return" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Providing your accountant with everything they need to prepare your tax return ahead of the self-assessment tax return deadline will mean your tax return is processed smoothly. Our guide explains what your accountant will need to file your tax return so you can ensure they have what they need.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-19T17:48:28+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[The benefits of filing your self-assessment tax return today]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/the-benefits-of-filing-your-tax-return-today" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The deadline for self-assessment tax returns is 31st January. Instead of waiting until January, here are some reasons why you should file your tax return early.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-15T10:52:11+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Capital gains tax on second homes - what you need to know]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/capital-gains-tax-on-second-homes" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you own multiple properties, you need to be aware of the capital gains tax rules and reporting which may be required should you sell one of your properties.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-05-13T15:30:31+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Working From Home Relief abolished – What can employees claim instead?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/working-from-home-relief-abolished-what-can-employees-claim-instead" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[With the abolition of the flat rate working from home allowance from 6th April 2026, we explain what other options employers can offer to their home workers and hybrid-working staff.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-05-08T12:02:25+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What expenses can I claim for when working from home?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-expenses-to-claim-for-when-working-from-home" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[What are the rules for business owners and employees who work from home? Here we set out the rules to help you claim everything you’re entitled to and keep you compliant.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-05-08T10:34:32+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Making Tax Digital for landlords]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/making-tax-digital-for-landlords" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Discover when Making Tax Digital for income tax comes into effect and what you will need to do if you are a landlord.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-05-06T16:31:46+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[LinkedIn – how to make it work for your business]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/linkedin-how-to-make-it-work-for-your-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[LinkedIn is a powerful tool for small business owners looking to build connections, attract clients, form partnerships and promote their products or services.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-05-06T11:34:42+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Directors’ cash extraction – tax-efficient strategies for the new tax year]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/directors-cash-extraction-tax-efficient-strategies-for-the-new-tax-year" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[From April 2026, it is more important than ever for company directors to strike the right balance between salary, dividends, and pension contributions when extracting profits.]]>
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            <updated>2026-05-11T11:52:44+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[FRS 102 and FRS 105 changes: What do I need to know?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/frs-102-and-frs-105-changes-what-do-i-need-to-know" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[FRS 102 is the key financial reporting standard for UK small and medium businesses (SMBs), with FRS 105 the key standard for micro-entities in the UK.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-05-01T11:56:58+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Tax relief on donations to charity]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/tax-relief-on-donations-to-charity" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Donating to charity helps you support causes most important to you. It can also mean you make tax savings and using gift aid can mean the charity receives more money from your donation.]]>
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            <updated>2026-04-24T16:00:46+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How much National Insurance do I pay?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-much-national-insurance-do-i-pay" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Individuals in the UK make National Insurance Contributions based on their employed or self-employed status. Our guide looks at NIC rates and how much you have to pay.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-04-23T17:06:20+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Employment Allowance – What is it and are you eligible?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/employment-allowance-what-is-it-and-are-you-eligible" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Employment Allowance is a valuable relief provided to eligible businesses in the UK. It enables them to reduce their annual National Insurance Contributions (NIC) bill by up to £10,500 for the tax year.]]>
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            <updated>2026-04-23T11:41:55+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Your guide to landlord tax and allowable expenses]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/your-guide-to-landlord-tax-and-allowable-expenses" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Landlords letting residential property need to be aware of their tax reporting requirements throughout ownership.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-04-21T16:09:45+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How much National Insurance do I pay as an employer?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-much-national-insurance-do-i-pay-as-an-employer" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Employers in the UK pay National Insurance Contributions (NICs) based on the amount you pay your employees. These NICs contribute to the National Insurance Fund, which pays for benefits such as the state pension, plus a portion that goes to the NHS.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-04-23T12:24:37+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What employers need to know about the National Living and Minimum Wage]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-employers-need-to-know-about-the-national-living-and-minimum-wage" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The different rates of National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage can be tricky to keep on top of. We give you the details to keep your compliant and feel confident.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-04-10T11:29:08+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to run a successful high street business]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-run-a-successful-high-street-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Running a successful high street business isn’t easy in 2026, with shopping habits changed dramatically over recent years due to the rise of online retail.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-04-10T11:08:38+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How much tax do you pay on rental income?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-much-is-tax-on-rental-income" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Having a buy-to-let property, property portfolio or holiday let can be a lucrative way to earn, either as your main income or on the side. Here we cover the basics of tax on rental income.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2026-04-14T15:59:20+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Essential updates for employers: Spring 2026]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/essential-updates-for-employers-spring" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[In the dynamic world of UK employment, the only constant is change. Staying abreast of the latest updates is imperative for employers.]]>
            </summary>
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                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1711122402_adobestock-479980510-employers.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-04-08T17:34:28+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[The A to Z of income tax]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/the-a-to-z-of-income-tax" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Your A to Z guide to income tax in the UK. It’s short, simple and to the point.]]>
            </summary>
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                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1755690333_adobestock-75543296-couple-discussion.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-05-19T18:52:56+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Business Asset Disposal Relief – effective tax rate rises to 18%]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/business-asset-disposal-relief-effective-tax-rate-rises-to-18" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[From 6th April 2026, the effective capital gains tax rate rises from 14% to 18% for those claiming this relief. So, what do business owners need to know?]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1775059429_adobestock-516345737-sell-business.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1775059429_adobestock-516345737-sell-business.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-04-01T17:03:49+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Tips for managing multiple rental properties]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/tips-for-managing-multiple-rental-properties" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[In 2024, the English Private Landlord survey stated that almost half of landlords (45%) have one rental property. Another 38% have between two and four properties, and 11% have five or more properties.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1710759937_adobestock-550722482-senior-couple.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1710759937_adobestock-550722482-senior-couple.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-31T16:34:19+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Key tax dates you need to know if you are self-employed]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/key-tax-dates-you-need-to-know-if-you-are-self-employed" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Staying on top of key dates will ensure your business stays on track, meets deadlines and avoids paying penalties and interest. We list the key dates sole traders need to be aware of in this concise guide.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1700750224_adobestock-658374573-online-calendar.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1700750224_adobestock-658374573-online-calendar.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-30T17:06:51+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[People with Significant Control explained]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/people-with-significant-control-explained" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Company directors and business owners may be aware of the need to understand and file updates on their company People with Significant Control (PSCs). But how do you identify the PSCs for your company and why does it matter? Our guide explains the key facts.]]>
            </summary>
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                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1774864810_adobestock-1128476139-fashion-director.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-30T17:19:41+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What is business asset disposal relief?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-is-business-asset-disposal-relief" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[In an evolving tax landscape business owners seek strategies to optimise their tax position, Business Asset Disposal Relief – formerly entrepreneurs’ relief – is a Capital Gains Tax relief that may reduce your tax bill when selling your business or business assets.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1701104596_adobestock-199303632-carpenter.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1701104596_adobestock-199303632-carpenter.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-27T10:44:22+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What are the key tax changes for 2026-27?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-are-the-key-tax-changes-for-2026-27" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[With the 2026/27 tax year here, we highlight the key tax changes taking effect from 6th April 2026 for individuals and small businesses. Staying informed about these updates can help you to plan ahead and reduce the risk of unexpected liabilities.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1774452485_adobestock-639616702-couple-tax-planning.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1774452485_adobestock-639616702-couple-tax-planning.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-04-09T09:59:43+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What is going to change in the Construction Industry Scheme?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-is-going-to-change-in-the-construction-industry-scheme" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Changes have been made to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) from 6th April 2026, after a consultation which ended in February 2026. But what are the proposed changes?]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1773852778_adobestock-608652240-contractor-cis.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1773852778_adobestock-608652240-contractor-cis.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-04-10T09:54:12+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) – what you need to know]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/the-construction-industry-scheme-cis-what-you-need-to-know" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a framework in the UK that governs how contractors pay subcontractors for construction work.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1728916777_adobestock-129279307-cis-workers.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1728916777_adobestock-129279307-cis-workers.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-13T16:45:11+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[A guide to understanding the Seafarers Earnings Deduction]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/a-guide-to-understanding-the-seafarers-earnings-deduction" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you are an employee and work at sea outside of the UK, you may be able to reduce your income tax bill using the Seafarers Earnings Deduction (SED).]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1713275826_adobestock-232795689-seafarer.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1713275826_adobestock-232795689-seafarer.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-12T16:58:16+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What tax do you pay on dividends?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-tax-do-you-pay-on-dividends" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Company profits can be distributed to shareholders as dividends. This guide explains what dividends are and how they are taxed.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772710963_adobestock-501717617-dividend-couple.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772710963_adobestock-501717617-dividend-couple.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-05T11:42:43+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How will my cryptoasset investments be taxed?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-will-my-cryptoasset-investments-be-taxed" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[While the way cryptoassets are taxed in the UK has not changed, HMRC now has more information available to help them to identify cryptoasset transactions.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772637268_adobestock-1773162689-crypto-woman.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772637268_adobestock-1773162689-crypto-woman.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-04T15:14:29+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[A guide to Government support for small businesses]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/a-guide-to-government-support-for-small-businesses" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A round-up of the Government’s financial and non-financial support for small businesses.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772624520_adobestock-748044613-small-business-couple.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772624520_adobestock-748044613-small-business-couple.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-04T11:42:00+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Spring Statement 2026 summary and highlights]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/spring-statement-2026-summary-and-highlights" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her 2026 Spring Statement to the House of Commons on Tuesday 3rd March 2026.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770653674_adobestock-926792113-westminster-sunshine.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770653674_adobestock-926792113-westminster-sunshine.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-09T16:17:25+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What is the High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-is-the-high-income-child-benefit-tax-charge" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you are the parent of a child who lives with you, you may receive Child Benefit for them. But if your income exceeds a certain level you may need to pay a tax charge against that benefit. We explain who needs to pay this charge and how to keep you compliant with HMRC.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772453968_adobestock-427386024-high-income-child-benefit.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1772453968_adobestock-427386024-high-income-child-benefit.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-03-03T09:40:56+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to reduce the impact of the April tax increases]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-reduce-the-impact-of-the-april-tax-increases" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[At the start of a new tax year, it is critical to be aware of the tax changes being introduced from April 2026, so you can prepare your business and personal finances for the months ahead. We have put together a handy summary of key changes that businesses should be aware of and some tips to help you stay on track.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1741107049_adobestock-142471129-craftsman.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1741107049_adobestock-142471129-craftsman.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-26T12:26:22+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[A guide to company secretarial duties and responsibilities]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/a-guide-to-company-secretarial-duties-and-responsibilities" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The company structure offers businesses the benefit of limited liability protection with the company being a separate legal entity to the individuals who own and run it.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1713541667_adobestock-493206427-smiling-businessman.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1713541667_adobestock-493206427-smiling-businessman.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-25T16:07:16+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How new crypto reporting rules could affect you]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-new-crypto-reporting-rules-could-affect-you" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[HMRC is now receiving detailed data on crypto transactions under new CARF reporting rules. Learn what this means for investors, business owners and your tax return.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1771584245_adobestock-1544891003-crypto-tablet-computer.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1771584245_adobestock-1544891003-crypto-tablet-computer.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-20T10:45:24+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Companies House ID verification – dealing with non-compliance]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/companies-house-id-verification-dealing-with-non-compliance" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Company directors and People with Significant Control (PSCs) must now verify their identities (IDs) to continue filing company documents with Companies House. We explain what happens if companies don’t comply with these rules.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1771418126_adobestock-802004396-woman-on-laptop-yellow.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1771418126_adobestock-802004396-woman-on-laptop-yellow.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-18T12:35:26+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What counts as qualifying income for Making Tax Digital for income tax?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-counts-as-qualifying-income-for-making-tax-digital-for-income-tax" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you are self-employed or a landlord, you will need to join Making Tax Digital for income tax shortly, and your start date depends on your level of ‘qualifying income’. But what is qualifying income? Read on to find out.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1771242298_adobestock-367510072-mtd-chef.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1771242298_adobestock-367510072-mtd-chef.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-16T11:46:24+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Our guide to understanding P60s]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/our-guide-to-understanding-p60s" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A P60 shows your earnings for the tax year and the income tax you have paid on your employment or pension. You can use it as evidence to third parties who may ask to see it. Our guide will explain your P60, including what it includes and what to do if it is incorrect.]]>
            </summary>
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                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770999657_adobestock-900494694-employees-laughing.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-13T16:20:57+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Employees working abroad – what are the tax issues?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/employees-working-abroad-what-are-the-tax-issues" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[With the rise of remote work and hybrid arrangements, many businesses are fielding requests from employees to work from overseas. But some serious tax and compliance risks can arise if this isn’t considered carefully.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770637678_adobestock-284638613-call-centre-worker.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770637678_adobestock-284638613-call-centre-worker.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-09T11:47:58+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How do the new capital allowances changes affect my business?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-do-the-new-capital-allowances-changes-affect-my-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The 2025 Budget announced two key updates to capital allowances, which apply to companies, sole traders and partnerships. These are a new first year allowance and a reduction to the main writing down allowance.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770302189_adobestock-289287951-buying-a-digger.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770302189_adobestock-289287951-buying-a-digger.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-05T14:36:29+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What is a payment on account?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-is-a-payment-on-account" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you are self-employed or have income that is not taxed before you receive it, you may have a tax bill to pay, but are you aware how the tax stage payments can impact your cashflow?]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770223005_adobestock-396817850-self-employed-on-phone.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1770223005_adobestock-396817850-self-employed-on-phone.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-04T16:36:45+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Late tax returns and reasonable excuses]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/late-tax-returns-and-reasonable-excuses" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The filing deadline for 2024/25 self-assessment tax returns is 31st January 2026 for returns filed online. Find out what you should do if your tax return is late and what reasonable excuses could help you avoid penalties.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769792461_adobestock-1009878539-man-with-laptop-and-phone.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769792461_adobestock-1009878539-man-with-laptop-and-phone.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-04T10:48:44+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How are self-assessment tax return penalties changing?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-are-self-assessment-tax-return-penalties-changing" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[From April 2027, automatic time-based penalties for late filing of self-assessment tax returns will be abolished and replaced with a points-based system.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769707991_adobestock-481315781-florist.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769707991_adobestock-481315781-florist.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-01-29T17:33:55+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[The Employment Rights Act: how will it affect my business?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/the-employment-rights-act-how-will-it-affect-my-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Government’s Employment Rights Act introduces wide ranging changes to employment law. The rules will be introduced in stages during 2026 and 2027. This guide outlines the timetable.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769687241_adobestock-1866075903-staff-meeting.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769687241_adobestock-1866075903-staff-meeting.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-01-29T11:47:21+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Salary sacrifice for pensions explained]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/salary-sacrifice-for-pensions-explained" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Government announced in the November 2025 Budget that, from 2029, pension contributions made under salary sacrifice arrangements would only be free of National Insurance Contributions (NICs) up to a cap.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769169875_adobestock-1644195637-staff-meeting.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769169875_adobestock-1644195637-staff-meeting.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-16T16:09:12+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Scottish Budget 2026-27]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/scottish-budget-2026-27" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Shona Robison, Scotland’s Finance Secretary, has presented the Scottish Government’s proposed tax and spending plans for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The Scottish Budget unusually took place after Christmas this year, due to the later UK-wide Autumn Budget in November 2025.]]>
            </summary>
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                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1768324581_adobestock-147979993-scottish-parliament-building.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-01-13T17:40:26+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Want to become a residential landlord? Here is how to start the right way]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/want-to-become-a-residential-landlord-here-is-how-to-start-the-right-way" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Whether you’ve decided that a property business is for you, or you’ve become a landlord by circumstance alone, it can be daunting knowing where to start. Our guide gets you on the path to being a confident and compliant landlord.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1767893233_adobestock-267607547-new-landlord.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1767893233_adobestock-267607547-new-landlord.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-01-26T09:40:44+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How much does a self-assessment tax return cost?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-much-does-a-self-assessment-tax-return-cost" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A self-assessment tax return can be simple or very complex, depending on the types of income you are receiving and your personal circumstances.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1727869441_adobestock-576371136-self-employed.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1727869441_adobestock-576371136-self-employed.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-01-26T09:34:58+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What are the penalties for filing a late tax return?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-are-the-penalties-for-filing-a-late-tax-return" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The deadline for filing your 2024/25 self-assessment tax return online is 31st January 2026. The paper tax return deadline is 31st October 2025.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1723025718_adobestock-487650296-concerned-tailor.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1723025718_adobestock-487650296-concerned-tailor.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-01-06T16:08:36+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to choose your first business premises]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-choose-your-first-business-premises" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Choosing your first premises is a major decision for small business owners. Whether it’s an office, retail unit, workshop or warehouse, the right premises can influence business success, image and customer reach.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1767198024_adobestock-1184745456-shop-owner.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1767198024_adobestock-1184745456-shop-owner.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-12-31T16:26:45+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: Key dates, deadlines and how to stay compliant]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/making-tax-digital-for-income-tax-key-dates-deadlines-and-how-to-stay-compliant" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The new Making Tax Digital for Income Tax requirements are approaching quickly, but do not panic if you have not started preparing. In this article we’ll cover the essentials you need to know.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1767195487_adobestock-731591706-making-tax-digital-it.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1767195487_adobestock-731591706-making-tax-digital-it.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-12-31T15:46:58+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Top five tips for becoming an online seller]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/top-five-tips-for-becoming-an-online-seller" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Whether a side hustle or a full-time business, setting up as an online seller can be an attractive option with potentially great earnings. We share some of our top tips to get you started while staying compliant with all the rules.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1766070020_adobestock-1737830430-online-seller.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1766070020_adobestock-1737830430-online-seller.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-12-18T15:00:20+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Seven New Year’s resolutions for your business]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/seven-new-year-s-resolutions-for-your-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[New Year’s resolutions aren't just about personal commitments such as signing up for a gym membership or reading more books; you can make plans for your business too. Here are seven goals to consider for your business.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769429612_adobestock-329763658-cafe-owners.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1769429612_adobestock-329763658-cafe-owners.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-01-26T12:13:32+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Buying commercial property: what do sole traders and limited companies need to know?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/buying-commercial-property-what-do-sole-traders-and-limited-companies-need-to-know" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Purchasing your own business premises could make financial and operational sense, but there is a lot to consider.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1765384031_adobestock-321506979-buying-commercial-premises.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1765384031_adobestock-321506979-buying-commercial-premises.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-12-10T16:39:15+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Essential updates for employers: Winter 2025/26]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/essential-updates-for-employers-winter" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Staying up to date with the latest employment laws and regulations is essential for employers to ensure compliance and maintain best practices.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1737131522_adobestock-179258710-team-meeting.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1737131522_adobestock-179258710-team-meeting.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-12-09T17:11:27+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to create the best business sales strategy for your cash flow]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-create-the-best-business-sales-strategy-for-your-cash-flow" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[One of the oldest adages in business is the phrase “cash is king”. Without cash, you don’t have a business, so it’s vital that you focus on driving revenue.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1764954997_adobestock-262211936-cash-flow.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1764954997_adobestock-262211936-cash-flow.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-12-05T17:16:37+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Changes to business rates announced in the Budget 2025]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/changes-to-business-rates-announced-in-the-budget-2025" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[As business rates are a devolved tax, these changes only apply to England.  We round up those that will affect your business.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1764939158_adobestock-124721193-off-licence-owner.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1764939158_adobestock-124721193-off-licence-owner.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-12-09T15:23:16+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Autumn Budget 2025 summary and highlights]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/autumn-budget-2025-summary-and-highlights" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Autumn Budget 2025 to the House of Commons on Wednesday, 26th November.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1762256136_adobestock-215122653-parliament.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1762256136_adobestock-215122653-parliament.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-11-27T16:49:50+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to save money on your Christmas party]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-save-money-on-your-christmas-party" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Although there is no specific allowance for a Christmas party, HMRC does offer companies tax relief for the cost of hosting an annual event if certain criteria are met.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1778597481_adobestock-181786735-xmas-party.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1778597481_adobestock-181786735-xmas-party.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-05-12T15:51:21+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to prepare your business for Christmas]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-prepare-your-business-for-christmas" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The Christmas period is the most profitable time of the year for many businesses, so it’s important that you start planning as early as possible. Read this guide for tips on getting your company ready for the holiday season.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1695396412_adobestock-637205197-xmas-preparation.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1695396412_adobestock-637205197-xmas-preparation.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-11-14T11:35:45+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Understanding cash basis accounting: A simple guide]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/understanding-cash-basis-accounting-a-simple-guide" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[As a business owner, choosing the right accounting method is crucial for managing your finances effectively.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1716982934_adobestock-526589929-craftshop-owner.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1716982934_adobestock-526589929-craftshop-owner.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-11-06T17:45:34+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Who needs to file a tax return?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/who-needs-to-file-a-tax-return" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[As your circumstances change, you must keep in mind that you may now be required to submit a tax return. The onus is on you to let HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) know that you need to file a tax return. You should therefore check each year whether you need to submit a self-assessment tax return.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1690989049_adobestock-386141975-woman-doing-taxes.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1690989049_adobestock-386141975-woman-doing-taxes.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-11-05T10:16:59+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What is HMRC’s Connect AI System?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-is-hmrc-s-connect-ai-system" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[HMRC’s Connect system analyses Government and third-party data sets to identify where to target resources and campaigns to close the tax gap. Here we look at what Connect does – and doesn’t – do.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1762277151_adobestock-315070481-hmrc-connect.gif" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1762277151_adobestock-315070481-hmrc-connect.gif</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-11-04T17:25:51+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Should I buy my next car through my company or personally?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/should-i-buy-my-next-car-through-my-company-or-personally" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[If you are a business owner and company director, you can choose whether to buy your next car personally or through your company, a decision that can have significant tax implications. Here are the key factors to consider.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1761834656_adobestock-712001850-company-cars-resized.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1761834656_adobestock-712001850-company-cars-resized.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-10-30T14:30:56+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Five tax benefits available to your business for going green]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/five-tax-benefits-available-to-your-business-for-going-green" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Going green isn't just good for the planet - it's good for your bottom line too. As the UK government continues to support sustainable business practices, here are several tax reliefs and incentives available to help you reduce costs while contributing to a cleaner future.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1714650983_adobestock-474786732-man-jumper-electric-car.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1714650983_adobestock-474786732-man-jumper-electric-car.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-10-17T17:05:11+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Sole trader vs limited company – Which is better?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/sole-trader-vs-limited-company-which-is-better" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Choosing a business structure is one of the most important decisions a new business owner needs to make, but it can be difficult to understand your options. This guide outlines the differences between being a sole trader and a limited company.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/9kzfnbDJmFfWUCSDv1dxjFfRnErtFj8F6qn5mfDh.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/9kzfnbDJmFfWUCSDv1dxjFfRnErtFj8F6qn5mfDh.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2026-02-24T16:27:58+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Employees vs contractors: what businesses need to know]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/employees-vs-contractors-what-businesses-need-to-know" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[As your business grows, one of the most important decisions you’ll face is who to hire as you expand. Here we discuss the difference between taking on an employee or hiring a contractor.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1759913400_employees-contractors-pic.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1759913400_employees-contractors-pic.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-10-08T12:31:46+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Directors – How to verify your identity for Companies House]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/directors-how-to-verify-your-identity-for-companies-house" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A key change to Companies House rules is the need for certain key people within a company to verify their identities. We explain how to do this.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1759504241_adobestock-181137869-carpenter.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1759504241_adobestock-181137869-carpenter.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-10-06T12:08:27+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[10 things that hold people back from starting a business and how to overcome them]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/10-things-that-hold-people-back-from-starting-a-business-and-how-to-overcome-them" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Starting a business is a dream for many, but fear and uncertainty often hold people back.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1759331493_adobestock-579895639-woman-startup.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1759331493_adobestock-579895639-woman-startup.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-10-02T15:55:15+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Sole trader vs business partnership – which one is right for you?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/sole-trader-vs-business-partnership-which-one-is-right-for-you" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Have a great business idea but unsure whether to go it alone or set up alongside a friend or associate? We help you understand the pros and cons of going solo or in partnership for your business structure.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1758887884_adobestock-486360973-business-partners.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1758887884_adobestock-486360973-business-partners.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-09-26T12:58:04+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Accounts and tax guide for the hospitality industry]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/accounts-and-tax-guide-for-the-hospitality-industry" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[The hospitality industry is a dynamic and competitive business environment for hotels, restaurants, pubs, and bars. Effective financial management is crucial for success and growth.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1710332696_adobestock-633285829-restaurant-couple.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1710332696_adobestock-633285829-restaurant-couple.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-09-18T15:48:05+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Do you need to complete a self-assessment tax return?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/do-you-need-to-complete-a-self-assessment-tax-return" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Several situations could require the completion of a self-assessment tax return, as they are not just for self-employed individuals. Employees, property owners and individuals who receive untaxed income may also need to file a tax return.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1716392339_adobestock-180195509-bike-repair-man.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1716392339_adobestock-180195509-bike-repair-man.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-10-31T16:19:54+00:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[10 low-cost businesses you can start in the UK]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/10-low-cost-businesses-you-can-start-in-the-uk" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Significant numbers of people in the UK are exploring self-employment or running a side hustle due to cost-of-living pressures, redundancy, or a desire for more flexible work.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1757085459_adobestock-540974789-dog-walker.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1757085459_adobestock-540974789-dog-walker.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-10-06T16:05:21+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[The ultimate tax planning guide 2025/26]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/the-ultimate-tax-planning-guide" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[This comprehensive guide will walk you through the key areas of tax planning for the 2025/26 tax year, from using your personal allowances to making savvy investments and pension contributions.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1756483938_adobestock-1270973741-smiling-man.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1756483938_adobestock-1270973741-smiling-man.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-09-15T16:03:42+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What are the top eight Capital Gains Tax reliefs you can claim?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-are-the-top-eight-capital-gains-tax-reliefs-you-can-claim" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Whether you are selling a property, business or shares, here are the top eight Capital Gains Tax (CGT) reliefs you should know about.]]>
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            <updated>2025-08-27T09:40:57+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How is AI changing accounting for smaller businesses?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-is-ai-changing-accounting-for-smaller-businesses" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Accountancy is in the midst of a cultural shift thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI). Here we outline what this means for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the changes to expect and the advantages this could bring.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-09-22T10:14:40+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Essential updates for employers: Summer 2025]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/essential-updates-for-employers-summer" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[As an employer, keeping up to date with the latest changes in employment law and regulations is ongoing and crucial to ensure you’re acting as you should be.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-08-12T16:30:05+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to build personal resilience for running a business in challenging times]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-build-personal-resilience-for-running-a-business-in-challenging-times" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Read proven tips to boost your resilience and stay strong as a business owner during uncertain times.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-08-28T12:31:08+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Pre-start-up financial checklist: 10 tips for new businesses]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/pre-start-up-financial-checklist-10-tips-for-new-businesses" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Always wanted to start your own business but not sure if you know your business plan from your balance sheet? We share a financial checklist for new start-ups to take you from a good idea to a growing business.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-08-01T12:41:29+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How should my employee’s double cab pickup truck be taxed?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-should-my-employee-s-double-cab-pickup-truck-be-taxed" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Tax rules on double cab pick-ups changed recently.  What are the tax implications and when do they kick in? We explain the changes to the tax rules and how they may affect companies providing these vehicles and their employees.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-07-24T16:53:47+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What happens if you don’t repay a director’s loan account?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/understanding-an-overdrawn-director-s-loan-account" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Directors loan accounts are an essential way to balance the financial requirements of both directors and limited companies. But what happens if a loan account is overdrawn indefinitely?]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-08-15T08:50:49+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[What is Adjusted Net Income and why do I need to know?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/what-is-adjusted-net-income-and-why-do-i-need-to-know" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Adjusted Net Income is used to calculate whether you need to pay tax on Child Benefit, are eligible for Tax-Free Childcare, and several other tax reliefs and benefits.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-07-23T11:06:39+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Succession planning for your business – why does it matter?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/succession-planning-for-your-business-why-does-it-matter" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Thinking about how you may want to sell or pass on your business in future is important both for your finances and legacy.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-09-25T10:37:41+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How can I minimise the employer’s national insurance rises in my business?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-can-i-minimise-the-employer-s-national-insurance-rises-in-my-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Employers' national insurance contributions (NICs) increased on 6 April 2025. This change also affected the NICs thresholds, creating a double burden for many employers. We explore ways to offset this extra cost.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-07-30T12:54:17+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How do I make my business more tax efficient?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-do-i-make-my-business-more-tax-efficient" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[A tax efficient business is structured to keep more of its profits, by reducing its tax liabilities, while staying fully compliant with UK tax regulations.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-08-20T11:07:51+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[How to deal with the impact of tariffs on your business]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/how-to-deal-with-the-impact-of-tariffs-on-your-business" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Tariffs are taxes imposed by a government on imports of goods into their country from another country. In this article we outline what tariffs are, how they affect small businesses and strategies to reduce the impact.]]>
            </summary>
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                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1751472786_adobestock-378114415-yellow-jumper-man.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-07-02T17:17:16+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[HMRC’s side hustle campaign – do I need to pay tax on my side hustle?]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/hmrc-s-side-hustle-campaign-do-i-need-to-pay-tax-on-my-side-hustle" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[Many people think of money made from selling items on eBay, Vinted or other websites as cash in their back pocket, but there can be tax consequences as HMRC’s Help for Hustles campaign aims to explain.]]>
            </summary>
                          <enclosure url="https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1751469091_adobestock-1077981952-side-hustle.jpg" length="1" type="image/jpeg" />
                                                <image>https://assets.taxassist.co.uk/file-uploads/gcs/1751469091_adobestock-1077981952-side-hustle.jpg</image>
                    
            <updated>2025-07-04T10:21:37+01:00</updated>
        </entry>
            <entry>
            <title><![CDATA[Seven common director’s loan account mistakes to avoid]]></title>
            <link rel="alternate" href="https://www.taxassist.co.uk/resources/articles/seven-common-director-s-loan-account-mistakes-to-avoid" />
            <summary type="html">
                <![CDATA[It is surprisingly easy to make costly mistakes with your director’s loan account, but with the right support and preparation, you can get it right first time.]]>
            </summary>
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            <updated>2025-07-11T16:18:36+01:00</updated>
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