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Dividend tax is going up… but let’s be honest, you weren’t hoarding cash anyway
Here’s the good news:
If dividend tax is affecting you, it probably means your business is making money.
You’re earning.
You’re growing.
You’re doing well enough that HMRC has noticed.Annoying? Yes.
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MTD for freelancers: what you actually need to do (step by step)
Ok, being honest here, the number one question we get asked is basically:
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Making money online? Here’s how to stay on top of tax (without the stress)
This is our guide to help online creators and digital professionals stay compliant (and sane).
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The Scottish Budget 2026
For freelancers, sole traders, and small limited company owners in Scotland
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2026 Landlord mini-update (for freelancers with “a rental on the side”) 🏡
So here’s what matters in 2026: Landlord Financial Planning Edition
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The Tax Cake Trap 🍰🍰 (2026/27 edition)
If you’re earning around £100k, there’s a weird zone where an extra £1 can be taxed very heavily because HMRC removes your tax-free allowance. This can create an effective 60% rate between £100,000 and £125,140.
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National Insurance 2025/26: What’s Changed, Who Pays What, and Why It Still Matters
A quick review could be worth thousands in future pension income.
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Mandatory Payrolling of Benefits: Now Pushed to 2027 - What It Means for You
Warning: New tax rules in 2027 could double your employees' tax on benefits, reducing their take-home pay!
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£50 of Joy: Trivial Benefit Gifts That Won’t Get You in Trouble With HMRC
Treat your team to something cheeky (no, not a corporate mug) that brings joy - without triggering tax doom.
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HMRC & Companies House Retiring Old Online Services: What It Means and What You Should Do Now
Here’s what’s changing, why, and what you should be doing right now, especially if you self-file and don’t have an accountant handling it for you.
