Our Knowledge Hub

Expert insights, practical guides and tax updates from the CoreAcc team. Written for ambitious UK directors and entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of UK tax.

Companies House Pauses New Filing Rules for Small Businesses

Small companies have a 21-month reprieve as the government pauses plans requiring them to file full profit and loss accounts.

To Register or Not? Voluntary VAT Explained

Learn how registering before the £90,000 threshold can unlock 20% expense reclaims and boost your brand’s corporate credibility.

Payroll Under Pressure: The Fair Work Agency

The new "super-regulator" is here. Audit your holiday pay and SSP records now to stay compliant before proactive inspections begin.

The End of Freestanding WFH Tax Relief

HMRC is changing the rules for remote work. Discover how to restructure reimbursements to keep your staff benefits tax-free and compliant.

Moving Beyond CATO: The 2026 Digital Shift

With the free filing portal closing, ensure a seamless transition to commercial software and secure your historic iXBRL data.

Don't Lose Your Directorship: New ID Rules

UK directors must verify their identity by November 2026. Secure your 11-digit Personal Code to avoid public flags or prosecution.

Is It "Wholly and Exclusively" for Business?

Master the 2026 expense rules to maximize deductions on travel, training, and the £150 annual event allowance without alerting HMRC.

Avoiding the New Double-Penalty Trap

Late-filing fines have doubled to £200. Learn how proactive filing and automated tracking shield even dormant companies from escalating charges.

Last Call for 14%? The BADR Rate Hike

The tax rate jumps to 18% this April. Timing your liquidation is now critical to locking in the most favorable exit rates.

Rethinking Your 2026 Profit Extraction

With dividend taxes rising, your current salary-and-dividend mix might be outdated. We model the most efficient way to take home your earnings.

Navigating the Business Rates Revaluation

The VOA has reset market values. See how the 5% transitional relief cap protects your retail or hospitality property from sudden financial shocks.

The New R&D "Merged Scheme" Standard

R&D relief is now a 20% credit with strict digital filing. Ensure your technical documentation is robust enough to withstand a 2026 audit.

Shielding Your Family Business from IHT

Inheritance tax relief is now capped at £2.5 million. We use spouse allowances and gifting cycles to keep your legacy intact.

Getting Paid: The 60-Day Payment Cap

New laws empower you to fight late payments. Learn to calculate statutory interest and enforce your rights against slow-paying clients.

Are Your Dividends Actually Legal?

Distributable profits aren't the same as bank balances. Use real-time tracking to ensure your 2026 dividends meet strict legal reporting standards.

Choosing Your Path: Sole Trader or Limited?

Balance MTD simplicity against corporate tax flexibility. We provide the modeling to find the most efficient structure for your 2026 goals.

Charity Without the Tax Sting

New VAT relief makes stock donations tax-free. Support your local community while maximizing your business's social impact and tax efficiency.

The £10,500 Employment Allowance Boost

Small employers can now slash their National Insurance bill. Check your eligibility for this increased incentive to lower your 2026 hiring costs.

The "New Look" of UK GAAP: Navigating the FRS 102 Periodic Review Changes

From leases landing on your balance sheet to a new five-step revenue model, the 2026 FRS 102 changes are the most significant overhaul to UK accounting standards in a generation.

Is Your Company Now Officially "Smaller"? Navigating the UK's New Size Thresholds

Find out how the UK's updated financial thresholds could reclassify your business and unlock significant compliance savings.

Managing the Squeeze: A Small Business Guide to the April 2026 Payroll Changes

From Day-One SSP rights to NLW increases and the final voluntary year for benefits payrolling — a practical guide for SMEs on the key payroll changes taking effect April 2026.