Elsa Jones Blog

• High inflation: What does it mean for your business?

  High inflation is hitting businesses and households hard in 2022. Across the world, inflation is running high, thanks to factors like…
• Getting funding for your startup

  To quote a well-worn phrase, ‘Cash is King’ and that means it’s critical to start thinking about funding as early as…
• HMRC Interest and Penalties

  Did you know that if you don’t pay your taxes on time, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) can charge you interest…
• Capital Gains Tax for residential properties – what you need to know

  When you make a gain after disposing of an asset, you’ll be aware of the need to pay Capital Gains Tax…
• Postponing VAT on Imports

  Since 1 January 2021, it’s been possible for UK importers to make use of the ‘postponed VAT accounting’ scheme. This scheme allows your…
• You’re not getting the tax advice you need

  There’s an unspoken truth when it comes to tax advice: for business owners, there’s a complete lack of transparency from advisors…
• Back to Tax Basics: Tax for sole traders and partnerships

  You don’t have to be a limited company to trade as a business. It’s possible that you’re operating already as an…
• Four Tax Preparation Tips to Follow

  If you want to avoid the stress of the tax period, follow these four simple steps to prepare your business in…
• Register for Child Benefit even if the HICBC applies

  If you are responsible for bringing up a child under 16, or under 20 where they remain in approved education or training you can claim child benefit…
• Capital Allowances 130% Super Deduction Should My Company Invest Now or Later?

  Earlier this year, you may have seen in the news – or online – talk of a new super duper 130%…
• Tax-efficient childcare

  Childcare is expensive; however, the tax system can provide a helping hand. In recent years, there has been a shift from…
• Making mileage payments to employees

  As the country emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic, business travel is once again on the agenda. Where employees undertake business travel,…