YF AccountingHow to Switch Accountants in the UK: It Takes One Email
Switching accountants in the UK takes one email from you. You tell the new firm you want to move, they write to your old accountant for professional clearance…
How Much Does an Accountant Cost in the UK in 2026?
Most UK small businesses pay between £25 and £150 a month for an accountant in 2026, or £150 to £400 as a one-off fee for a self assessment…
MTD for Income Tax for Landlords: The Complete 2026 Guide
MTD for Income Tax became mandatory on 6 April 2026 for landlords whose gross property and self employment income was over £50,000 in 2024/25: you must keep digital…
The £60,000 Child Benefit Trap: How the High Income Charge Works in 2026/27
If your adjusted net income tops £60,000 in 2026/27 and you or your partner claim Child Benefit, HMRC claws back 1% of it for every £200 you are…
Companies House Identity Verification: What Every UK Director Must Do in 2026
Every UK company director and person with significant control (PSC) now has to verify their identity with Companies House, and if you were appointed before 18 November 2025…
Tax on Rental Income: What UK Landlords Pay in 2026/27
Landlords pay Income Tax at 20%, 40% or 45% on their rental profits in 2026/27, and the first £1,000 of rental income each year is tax free under…
Employee Share Schemes: Pros and Cons for 2026/27
Employee share schemes let you offer your team a genuine stake in the business they are helping to grow, and HMRC actively rewards the well-structured versions with some…
Filing Your 2025/26 Tax Return Early: Six Good Reasons Not to Wait for January
You can file your 2025/26 Self Assessment tax return right now, and filing early does not mean paying early: whatever you owe is still not due until 31…
How to Register for VAT: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
You register for VAT online through HMRC, and it becomes compulsory once your taxable turnover for the last 12 months goes over £90,000, or you expect it to…
How to Form a Limited Company in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
You form a limited company by registering it with Companies House, which costs £100 online and is usually complete within 24 hours. Before you start you will need…