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Do I need to sign up for Making Tax Digital?

I am employed and run a side hustle selling goods that I make. My income from the craft business is about £12,000 each year but I also have a salary of £45,000. As my total income exceeds £50,000 does this mean I need to sign up for Making Tax Digital?

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First published 3 Jan 2025

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What are the tax implications of renting out a room?

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Last updated 3 Jan 2025
First published 5 Dec 2012

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What is the Rent A Room Scheme?

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Last updated 3 Jan 2025
First published 5 Dec 2012

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Can I spread the cost of my tax bill?

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Last updated 13 Dec 2024
First published 13 Dec 2024

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Can I pay my employees early at Christmas?

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Last updated 10 Dec 2024
First published 10 Dec 2024

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My company is being struck off, what should I do?

2 min read

First published 9 Dec 2024

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How much is company tax?

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First published 6 Dec 2024

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What is the Marriage Allowance?

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Last updated 18 Nov 2024
First published 2 Mar 2018

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I am completing my first self-assessment tax return - where do I start?

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Last updated 21 Oct 2024
First published 21 Oct 2024

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How do I maximise my National Insurance record and increase my state pension?

1 min read

First published 21 Oct 2024

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What can high earners do to save tax?

3 min read

First published 8 Oct 2024

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Are payments in kind taxable?

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Last updated 30 Aug 2024
First published 30 Aug 2024

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Should I get a PAYE settlement agreement?

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First published 21 Aug 2024

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What is a simple assessment tax bill?

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Last updated 9 Aug 2024
First published 9 Aug 2024

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What expenses can performers claim?

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Last updated 2 Aug 2024
First published 2 Aug 2024

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