Guides

We've created this list of the taxes self employed people have to pay. Bookmark this for future reference.

Avoid common mistakes made when filing self-assessment tax returns by reading our guide full of tips.

Ever wondered how filing a self-assessment as a partnership differs to filing solo? Our guide explains all.

A guide to all things self-assessment, designed for first-time filers.

Everything you need to know about self-assessment penalties.

A summary of the key announcements affecting limited companies.

A guide to year-end accounting to make sure you've closed your books correctly.

Overview of the late payment fines that are given out by HMRC & Companies House and how our late filing service can help

An explanation of how to file company accounts and tax returns, whilst answering some common questions.

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you’ve been self-employed for a while, you probably don’t need us to tell you just how important […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Choosing the right accounting software can have a massive impact on the wellbeing of your business. From making […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Tax planning is often a part of the business that gets overlooked. Hey, we get it. As a […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... It may cause a headache or two but bookkeeping is essential for the function of every small business. […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... So what’s the BR tax code? Or ‘emergency tax’ as you might know it. For a start, ‘emergency’ […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Tax codes can be a minefield. In a nutshell, your tax code is based on how much income […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... The Self Assessment tax return deadline is just a few weeks away, so if you’re yet to complete […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Heard of Making Tax Digital? Or ‘MTD’ as it’s known?  Basically, MTD is the government’s plan to move […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... So, it’s that time of year again. HMRC come knocking on your door and you have to pay […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Ever wondered what a subcontractor is? Or are you just hoping to find out how subcontracting works? Either […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Are you paid under CIS? If so, you might be wondering what a CIS statement is. In this […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... When it comes to talking about tax, the term ‘personal allowance’ is bandied about a lot. But what […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... At the best of times, tax can be tricky to get your head round – whether it’s the self-assessment, […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Received a P800 letter from the taxman? Don’t worry, it’s not unusual for builders, plumbers and other tradespeople […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... January means one thing for plenty of people, including construction workers and builders, and that’s the annual Self-Assessment […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... What is Emergency Tax? Emergency tax is something that plenty of construction workers and tradespeople are placed on […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... As another tax year-end looms on the horizon, we’re all trying to get our ducks in a row […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... We all love getting the most out of our money, so why not follow the same rule when […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you’ve paid too much tax over a year, then the good news is that you can claim […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you’re a mechanic, you’ll know that the intensity of the job can divert away from complex, yet […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you work as a builder or a mechanic, you can’t do your job without certain tools. That’s […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you work in the construction industry, there’s a few changes in the pipeline which you need to […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... When you’re building your business, comprehensive insurance is one of the key foundations. If you hire subcontractors, contractor […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... As a builder or mechanic, the lines can sometimes be a little blurred on what you can and […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Claiming expenses is one of the perks available to the self employed. However it is important to ensure […]

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Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Fact: Builders are busy. Making time to manage your finances isn’t easy, and applying for a tax rebate […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you’re a mechanic and you’ve had to pay out of your pocket for things like new tools, tool […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Tax time can be a source of great stress for the self-employed. If you’re confused by your self-assessment […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you’re a self-employed builder, you may be familiar with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). Our short guide […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... There are many things to love about being married (honestly!), but one that’s often overlooked is Marriage Tax […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Moving abroad can be both exciting and stressful, and between all of the planning and preparations, the subject […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Tax can be a confusing subject. With all of the legislation and terminology, it’s easy to get bogged […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... We understand that filing your tax return can be a slow and painful process, but at Brian Alfred […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... As a builder, there are certain perks involved with working through your own company, including expenses you can […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Daily life for builders is busy. Amidst a hectic work schedule, your taxes can become the least of […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... At Brian Alfred we aim to make processing your tax rebate as easy as possible for you. However, […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... If you’ve been a building contractor or subcontractor for a while and you feel like you’re ready to take the […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... No matter how much you enjoy being a builder, no one does it just for the love of […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Two of the sweetest words in the English language: tax rebate. But there’s a difference between knowing you’re […]

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player... Whether you’re already employed as a mechanic and thinking about working for yourself, or getting ready to turn […]