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Could You Claim a Uniform Tax Refund?
Do you wear a uniform for your job? Yes? Well, listen up. If you are tasked with washing, repairing or replacing it yourself, you could...
Catherine Stork
Feb 25, 20202 min read


Sole Trader or Limited Company: Which is Best?
When setting up a small business, one of the first tasks is to decide upon the legal structure for your new venture. As legal structure...
Catherine Stork
Jan 22, 20202 min read


How Long Do I Need to Keep Records For?
Record keeping. It's vital in helping with timely and accurate tax returns. It's even more essential to any challenges made by HMRC, with...
Catherine Stork
Dec 18, 20192 min read


Tax Free Celebrations this Christmas
It's that time of year again. The tinsel is up, the songs are on and work's Christmas Party menu is being finalised. So, when it comes to...
Catherine Stork
Nov 22, 20193 min read


Should I Register for VAT?
The world of VAT can be a confusing one where the line can become blurry for some businesses. It's so often misunderstood among small...
Catherine Stork
Oct 25, 20193 min read


Capital Gains Tax on Property: Changes from April 2020
Over recent years there have been several changes to the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) systems. In April 2020, more changes are set to impact...
Catherine Stork
Sep 25, 20192 min read


The BCT Accountants Office Warming
A huge thank you to all who attend our open evening last week. It went really well and we thoroughly enjoyed showing off our new office...
Catherine Stork
Sep 23, 20191 min read


The New VAT Reverse Charge for CIS - The Countdown Is On
Update: This blog was updated in January 2021. From 1 March 2021 HMRC are introducing a domestic reverse charge which will apply...
Catherine Stork
Aug 29, 20193 min read


4 Reasons Cloud Accounting Software is Right for You
Is cloud accounting software for me? We offer you 4 reasons why you should make the switch to the cloud today.
Catherine Stork
Jul 26, 20193 min read


Company Car Tax: 2020 Changes
In 2020, changes are happening to company car tax which could save you money but as long as you choose the right vehicle.
Catherine Stork
Jun 27, 20193 min read


Catherine's Story: Why I started BCT Accountants
This month’s blog post is taking more of a personal direction. We want to take you on the journey of our business, specifically...
Catherine Stork
May 31, 20193 min read


Top 5 Most Common P11d Errors
Any benefits provided to employees must be declared and submitted to HMRC by 6th July for the previous tax year. These benefits are items...
Catherine Stork
May 31, 20192 min read


Are you ready for the IR35 Contractor Changes coming soon?
Whilst IR35 changes affecting off-payroll workers in the public sector have only been in force since April 2017, in the recent Budget,...
Catherine Stork
May 8, 20192 min read


Opted out of Child Benefit? You could be harming your State Pension.
Even if you later opt out of receiving child benefit, it is highly recommended that you do so in order to preserve your entitlement to...
Catherine Stork
May 7, 20193 min read


Common Tax Myths : Part 1
Navigating the world of tax and accountancy when it isn’t your 9-5 can be a confusing experience. In fact, there are many tax myths that...
Catherine Stork
Apr 16, 20193 min read


Reduce both your Corporation Tax bill and personal tax bill with relevant life assurance
Recent changes in legislation mean that if you run your own limited company you can now benefit from life insurance but paid by the...
Catherine Stork
Feb 6, 20192 min read


Are You Charging Enough?
Are you happy with the amount your clients and customer are paying for products or services or are you afraid to charge your full worth?...
Catherine Stork
Feb 6, 20193 min read


A Case Study: Anne Lacaze - Shareholder/ Director of Harrison IP Ltd
All the Benefits of an In-House CFO at a Fraction of the Price Anne Lacaze, and her fellow directors, run their own limited company of...
Catherine Stork
Jan 9, 20193 min read


A Case Study: Robert Foster - A Sole Trader
How BCT Accountants Consolidated My Tax Affairs into One Seamless Process Robert Foster started in business back in 1996 working in the...
Catherine Stork
Jan 9, 20192 min read


A Case Study: Hugh Wood - Hope and Wood Ltd - Suppliers
How BCT Accountants expertly guided me through setting up my own company Hugh Wood and Dave Hope run and manage their own business, Hope...
Catherine Stork
Jan 9, 20192 min read
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