Corporate & Business Tax

Managing corporate and business taxes effectively is essential for compliance, profitability, and long-term growth. At Applegrow Financial Advisors, we help businesses meet all HMRC requirements while also identifying legitimate opportunities to reduce tax liabilities.
This section highlights key corporate and business tax topics that every business owner should understand.

An Introduction to Corporation Tax

Corporation Tax applies to the profits and chargeable gains of UK limited companies.
This section provides an overview of how corporation tax works, including how profits are calculated, when returns must be filed, and when tax payments are due. Understanding these basics helps businesses plan ahead and avoid penalties.

Business Motoring – Tax Considerations

Vehicle costs are a common expense for many businesses, but the tax treatment can vary significantly.
This factsheet explains how tax relief applies to different types of business motoring, including company cars, vans, mileage claims, and fuel costs, helping businesses claim allowable deductions correctly.

Capital Allowances

While the cost of purchasing capital equipment is not directly deductible as a business expense, tax relief may be available through capital allowances.
This section explains how businesses can claim relief on qualifying expenditure such as plant, machinery, and equipment, helping to reduce taxable profits.

Corporation Tax – Quarterly Instalment Payments

Large companies are required to pay their corporation tax in quarterly instalments rather than as a single annual payment.
This factsheet outlines which businesses are affected, how instalment payments are calculated, and the deadlines that apply under the corporation tax self-assessment system.

Employed or Self-Employed?

Determining whether someone is employed or self-employed is critical for tax and National Insurance purposes.
This section explains the key factors HMRC considers when assessing employment status and the potential tax implications for both individuals and businesses.

Homeworking Costs for the Self-Employed

If you are self-employed and work from home, you may be entitled to claim certain household expenses for tax purposes.
This factsheet explains what costs can be claimed, how to calculate them, and the records you should keep to support your claims.

Husband and Wife Businesses

Running a business with a spouse can offer flexibility and potential tax advantages, but it also raises legal and compliance considerations.
This section explores the tax and legal implications of jointly owned businesses and how income and profits should be allocated correctly.

Off-Payroll Working and Personal Service Companies (IR35)

The off-payroll working rules (commonly known as IR35) aim to prevent tax avoidance through personal service companies and partnerships.
This factsheet explains when the rules apply, how employment status is assessed, and the potential tax and National Insurance consequences for contractors and businesses.

Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief

The UK government actively encourages innovation through generous Research and Development tax incentives.
This section outlines the types of R&D activities that may qualify for tax relief and how companies can benefit from available incentives to support growth and innovation.

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS)

The Construction Industry Scheme applies special tax rules to contractors and subcontractors working in the construction sector.
This factsheet explains how CIS operates, including registration, deductions, reporting requirements, and compliance obligations for businesses in the construction industry.

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