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Key Accounting Dates April 2026: Important UK Tax Deadlines for Your Business

April 2026 is one of the most important months in the UK tax calendar. From Corporation Tax payments and VAT returns to the start of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax and sweeping changes to Inheritance Tax reliefs, there is a lot to stay on top of. This guide covers every key deadline and new measure, with add-to-calendar links for each date.
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Can I go from Limited Company to Sole Trader?

Yes, you can move from a limited company to sole trader status, but it requires more than simply changing how you trade. This guide covers everything you need to know before making the switch.
Accounting Wise - What is Annual Investment Allowance

What is Annual Investment Allowance?

Annual Investment Allowance lets UK businesses deduct up to £1 million of qualifying equipment costs from taxable profits in the year of purchase. Find out what qualifies, what does not, and how to maximise your claim in 2026.
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What is a p60 Form?

Issued by employers each year, it confirms your total earnings and the Income Tax and National Insurance deducted through PAYE. Whether you need it for a mortgage application, a tax refund, or to check you have paid the right amount of tax, understanding your P60 is essential.
Accounting Wise - What is Entrepreneur Relief

What is Entrepreneur Relief?

Still searching for Entrepreneur Relief? It was officially renamed Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) in 2020 but the potential tax saving remains just as valuable. In this comprehensive 2026 guide, Accounting Wise explains who qualifies, which assets are eligible, how the £1 million lifetime limit works, and the common mistakes that cost business owners their claim. If you are planning to sell your business or restructure your shares, this is essential reading before you proceed.
Accounting Wise - What is a p11d form

What is a p11d form?

A P11D form is used by UK employers to report taxable benefits provided to employees or directors. This guide explains what must be reported, key deadlines, and how P11D reporting works.
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What to do if you’ve lost your UTR number?

Misplaced your UTR number? You are not alone and it is easier to fix than you think. This guide walks you through every step to recover your Unique Taxpayer Reference in 2026, from checking your Government Gateway account to contacting HMRC for a postal reissue, plus what to do if the Self Assessment deadline is closing in.
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Finding Work as a Self-Employed Consultant

A practical UK guide to finding work as a self-employed consultant, covering positioning, pricing models, LinkedIn strategy, outbound systems, proposals, IR35 considerations and staying compliant while building a steady pipeline of clients.

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Accounting Wise - Autumn budget 2025 - what it means for your business

Autumn Budget 2025 and what it means for your business?

The Autumn Budget 2025 could bring meaningful changes for SMEs, freelancers, and company directors. While we don’t know all the details until 26 November, preparing your business now is the best defence against unexpected costs.
Accounting Wise - Companies House ID Verification Changes

Companies House ID Verification Changes

Companies House has been rolling out voluntary identity verification for company directors, Persons with Significant Control (PSCs), and individuals submitting filings on behalf of a company. This forms part of a wider set of reforms introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA).
Accounting Wise - Navigating April 2025 UK Tax Changes

Navigating April 2025 Tax Changes

As we edge closer to the conclusion of the 2024/25 tax year on 5 April 2025, it’s the perfect time to explore the key tax changes set to take effect this year.