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Tax planning for 2026/27: what has changed, and what to do before 5 April 2027

September 8, 2026

Inherited pensions could face a 91% tax charge from April 2027. Here’s what’s changing.

September 2, 2026

Case Study: When HMRC Opens a Compliance Check — Even On a Simple Tax Return

August 19, 2026

Case Study: Inheriting an HMRC Enquiry

August 19, 2026

7 Ways Restaurants Can Improve Profit Without Putting Customers Off

How Beauty Salons Can Increase Revenue Without Simply Raising Prices

Companies House Identity Verification: How to Verify, Get Your Personal Code and Submit It

Case study: how Business Asset Disposal Relief saved a Norfolk business owner £46,920

Connecting with Local Landlords at EAL Exhibition

Jermyn & Co participated the Eastern Landlords Association (ELA) exhibition on 22 May, 2026. We have been a trusted partner of ELA for eight years. During that time, we have seen a clear shift in landlords’ concerns, particularly around taxation, compliance, and accounting matters. It is always a pleasure to see familiar faces returning each […]

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18% Tax on Your Business Sale? Here’s Your Escape PlanConsidering Selling Your Business?

reading time: 4 mins If you are a business owner in the UK, your eventual exit is likely your biggest single payday. For years, selling your company was one of the most tax-efficient ways to build wealth. But the rules changed on 6th April 2026. And if you are planning to sell, those changes just […]

MTD for Income Tax is Now Mandatory: What the Latest HMRC Data Means for Landlords & the Self-Employed

Reading time: 3 Mins The first major deadline for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD ITS) is fast approaching. One week after the regime became mandatory for those with qualifying income over £50,000, HMRC has confirmed that 250,000 entities have signed up. However, there is a critical catch for small business owners. According to new data, […]

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Are You MTD Ready? The Big April 2026 HMRC Deadline Is Approaching Fast

If you’re self-employed, a sole trader, or a landlord in the UK, your calendar should have one date circled in bright red: 6 April 2026. This isn’t just the start of another new tax year. It’s the mandatory start for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA). Right now, the single biggest search […]

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Qualified Accountant vs Chartered Accountant: What’s the Difference — and Why It Matters

Reading time: approximately 4 minutes When searching for professional financial support, you may have come across the terms “qualified accountant” and “Chartered Accountant” used as though they mean the same thing. They do not — and this distinction matters far more than many people realise. This article sets out the key differences in plain language, […]

Can an overseas company (or “overseas entity”) own UK property? How and what to look out for?

Yes. An overseas company or other overseas legal entity can own UK land and property. However, since 1 August 2022, most overseas entities that want to buy, sell, transfer, lease (in certain cases) or charge UK property must first register on the Register of Overseas Entities (ROE) at Companies House and disclose their beneficial owners […]

It’s Almost 31 January… and Your Tax Return Still Isn’t Done. Now What?

If you’re reading this in late January, chances are your Self-Assessment tax return is still sitting on your to-do list… untouched. Maybe you planned to deal with it over Christmas.Maybe work got busy.Maybe you opened HMRC’s website, felt overwhelmed, and closed it again. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Every January, we speak to […]

The Tax Tighten-Up: How the Budget Will Hit Your Wallet — Explained Simply

Rachel Reeves’ Budget made headlines for all the wrong reasons after leaking hours early, but even with the surprise spoiled, the message remained the same: tax rises are coming — and most households and small businesses will feel them.Here’s our friendly, no-nonsense breakdown of what matters for you. Why Taxes Are Going Up The Government […]

Reporting the Sale of a Property

If you have recently sold, or plan to sell, a property, please let your accountant know as soon as possible. It’s important that your accountant are notified promptly so they can ensure the correct reporting and submission of any required tax forms. The reporting of a property sale must be included in your tax return […]

Companies House ID Verification Step-by-Step Guide

Companies House introduces a new identity verification process Companies House has introduced a new identity verification process to stop people setting up companies illegally. Now, anyone who wants to set-up, run, own or control a company in the UK must prove who they are.This new legal requirement is designed to reduce the risk of fraud […]

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