Looking to Reduce Your Tax Bill AND Support UK Start-ups?
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July 28, 2025🧾 Claim Your Expenses – Don’t 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.
✅ Common deductible expenses include:
- 🚆 Travel costs – fuel, train fares, parking
- 🏠 Home office expenses – if you work from home
- 🛠️ Tools, equipment, subscriptions, advertising
- 🎉 Staff entertaining – yes, within reason!
📌 Pro tip: Keep every receipt – HMRC won’t accept guesswork.
🏢 Limited Company vs Sole Trader: What’s Best?
Going Limited has its benefits:
- 💼 Lower Corporation Tax rate (currently 19% or 25%)
- 📊 More tax planning flexibility (e.g. salary + dividends)
- 🧑💼 More professional image
But… it also means more admin, filings, and rules.
📈 If you’re consistently earning £40k+, it might be time to speak with an accountant.
🏘️ Renting Out Property? Here’s What You Should Know
- 💷 The first £1,000 of rental income is tax-free (thanks to the Property Allowance).
- 🏦 Mortgage interest relief is limited – you now get a 20% basic rate tax credit, not full deduction.
- 🏢 Thinking of moving property into a Limited Company? It could be tax-efficient, but it’s not one-size-fits-all. Get expert advice first!
Need help working it all out?
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