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Dealing with a Simple Assessment letter

Dealing with a Simple Assessment letter

Dealing with a Simple Assessment letterJess Brooks
Published on: 16/07/2025

Received a Simple Assessment letter from HMRC? Learn what it means, how to check it's accurate, your options if you disagree, and when to pay to avoid penalties

General
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The benefits or otherwise of voluntary VAT registration

The benefits or otherwise of voluntary VAT registration

The benefits or otherwise of voluntary VAT registrationJess Brooks
Published on: 11/07/2025

Voluntary VAT registration can boost your business image, improve cash flow, and let you reclaim VAT on startup costs. But it’s not always ideal—understand the pros and cons before making the move.

Entrepreneur
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Calculating a director's National Insurance contributions

Calculating a director's National Insurance contributions

Calculating a director's National Insurance contributionsJess Brooks
Published on: 11/07/2025

Directors are subject to unique NIC rules. Understand how the annual and alternative methods impact your deductions and what strategy fits your pay pattern in 2025/26.

Entrepreneur
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Is it worth making a formal complaint about HMRC? The role of the Adjudicator’s Office

Is it worth making a formal complaint about HMRC? The role of the Adjudicator’s Office

Is it worth making a formal complaint about HMRC? The role of the Adjudicator’s Office Jess Brooks
Published on: 11/07/2025

Unhappy with HMRC service? You can escalate your complaint — but the process is long and limited in scope. Here’s what the Adjudicator’s Office can (and can’t) do for you.

Entrepreneur
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