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Surplus funds when closing down a limited company

If any money is left in a limited company when it is closed down (that is, struck off the register under Section 652 of the Companies Act 1985 or Sect... (read more)

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Payroll year end

All small businesses running a payroll should remember that the tax year ends on 5 April, and therefore the payroll annual returns will soon need to b... (read more)

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New capital gains tax rules for buy-to-let properties

On 6 April 2008 the new tax year starts, and new rules for capital gains tax (CGT) will be introduced.The main changes for buy-to-let property owners ... (read more)

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Company secretary in private limited companies

From 6 April 2008, private limited companies will no longer be required to have a company secretary.  This is a welcome simplification arising from th... (read more)

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Self assessment tax returns for the new tax year

This week sees self assessment tax returns landing on doormats across the country, and this year there are some changes to the return.  Here is list o... (read more)

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Whether to hold buy-to-let investment properties in a limited company

As investing in buy-to-let properties has become more popular, we are often asked whether it is better to hold such properties in a limited company ra... (read more)

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