April 2026 Benefit-in-Kind Changes Explained for Employers
April 2026 benefit-in-kind changes: winners, losers and planning points for 2025/26 The April 2026 benefit-in-kind changes introduced in the Budget represent one of the most significant shake-ups to employee taxation in recent years. While some measures will increase...
Company Car Tax 2025/26 Guide | Trueman Brown Accountants
A full and extensive guide to company car tax At Trueman Brown we understand that company car tax is a key consideration for employers and employees alike when providing or accepting a company vehicle. In this guide we outline how company car tax is calculated, what...
Resident Cruisers and UK Tax Residence Explained (2025/26)
Do Resident Cruisers Pay Income Tax in the UK? An increasing number of people are choosing an unconventional lifestyle at sea. These resident cruisers sell or rent out their homes and live full-time on cruise ships, enjoying all-inclusive accommodation, entertainment,...
HMRC Side Hustle Tax Rules: Christmas Income 2025/26
Are You Hustling This Christmas? Understanding HMRC Side Hustle Tax Rules for 2025/26 🎄 As Christmas approaches, many people turn hobbies into income — selling handmade gifts at festive markets, trading online through platforms such as Etsy or eBay, or...
Loan Charge Settlement 2025/26: What Has Changed
The Loan Charge settlement: what has changed and what it means for taxpayers The publication of the Independent Loan Charge Review and the Government’s response alongside the Budget on 26 November marked a significant turning point in the long-running loan charge...
Best Pensions for Directors | Tax-Efficient Guide 2025/26
Best pensions for directors: a complete guide for 2025/26 Choosing the best pensions for directors is one of the most important financial decisions a limited company director can make. While the State Pension provides a foundation, it is rarely enough on its own to...
MTD Exemption Explained | Making Tax Digital ITSA Rules
MTD Exemption: Who Is Exempt from Making Tax Digital for Income Tax? Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) represents a major shift in how self-employed individuals and landlords report income to HMRC. While many taxpayers will be required...
Renters’ Rights Act 2025: Key Landlord Changes for 2025/26
Understanding the Renters’ Rights Act 2025: What Landlords Need to Know The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 marks the most significant overhaul of the private rental sector in decades. With phased implementation between December 2025 and May 2026, the Act introduces stronger...
Post-Cessation Expenses: Rules and Relief Guide 2025/26 UK
Understanding Post-Cessation Expenses for 2025/26 When a business stops trading, financial obligations don’t always end immediately. Post-cessation expenses arise when costs or income related to the former trade appear after cessation, and understanding how these...
HMRC Invisible Income Detection Guide for 2025/26
HMRC Invisible Income Detection: What You Need to Know in 2025/26 The topic of HMRC invisible income detection is more relevant now than ever. With new rules and advanced technology, the tax authority has widened its reach — meaning that even if you’ve been careful...