Looking to Reduce Your Tax Bill AND Support UK Start-ups?
July 16, 2025Can I Claim VDU Glasses as a Business Expense?
July 28, 2025๐งพ Claim Your Expenses โ Donโt Pay More Than You Need To
If you’re self-employed or a landlord, don’t miss out on claiming allowable expenses to lower your tax bill.
โ Common deductible expenses include:
- ๐ Travel costs โ fuel, train fares, parking
- ๐ Home office expenses โ if you work from home
- ๐ ๏ธ Tools, equipment, subscriptions, advertising
- ๐ Staff entertaining โ yes, within reason!
๐ Pro tip: Keep every receipt โ HMRC wonโt accept guesswork.
๐ข Limited Company vs Sole Trader: Whatโs Best?
Going Limited has its benefits:
- ๐ผ Lower Corporation Tax rate (currently 19% or 25%)
- ๐ More tax planning flexibility (e.g. salary + dividends)
- ๐งโ๐ผ More professional image
Butโฆ it also means more admin, filings, and rules.
๐ If you’re consistently earning ยฃ40k+, it might be time to speak with an accountant.
๐๏ธ Renting Out Property? Hereโs What You Should Know
- ๐ท The first ยฃ1,000 of rental income is tax-free (thanks to the Property Allowance).
- ๐ฆ Mortgage interest relief is limited โ you now get a 20% basic rate tax credit, not full deduction.
- ๐ข Thinking of moving property into a Limited Company? It could be tax-efficient, but itโs not one-size-fits-all. Get expert advice first!
Need help working it all out?
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