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Tax and accounting guides to help you plan ahead
Articles from Wainwrights on tax changes, Making Tax Digital and running a business, each dated so you can see which tax year it was written for. We're accountants in Bromborough, Wirral, working with clients across the UK.
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Making Tax Digital for sole traders in 2026/27
6 October 2026
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Articles on tax changes, Making Tax Digital, landlords, company cars and self-employed expenses, with the newest first.
Each card shows the date the article was published and the tax year it was written for. Choose a card to read the full article.
6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
Sole trader or limited company? The 2026/27 differences
How the two structures differ on liability, registration, tax and filing in 2026/27, and when to talk to an accountant.
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6 October 2026
Prices as at 5 October 2026
What changes the price of an accountant, and what to check in a quote
What moves an accountant's price up or down, what is quoted separately and six things to check in any quote.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
CIS tax refund: how to claim
How sole traders and limited companies claim back CIS deductions, what records you need and what GOV.UK says about timing.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
What Making Tax Digital support costs, and what we do for you
What Making Tax Digital support costs at Wainwrights, what it sits on top of and what HMRC needs from you in 2026/27.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
Landlords with one or two properties: tax returns, joint ownership and selling
When a small landlord needs a tax return, how jointly owned property is taxed, what to file when you sell and what an accountant costs.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
Making Tax Digital for sole traders in 2026/27
Who has to use Making Tax Digital for Income Tax this year, what to send and when, and who joins in 2027 and 2028.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
Making Tax Digital for landlords: the 2026/27 rules
Which landlords are in from 6 April 2026, how rental income is counted, and what changes in 2027 and 2028.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
Personal tax in 2026/27: what changed and what stayed frozen
The 2025/26 and 2026/27 personal tax figures side by side: what went up on 6 April 2026 and what did not move.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
The 2026/27 tax year for employers: payroll rates and duties
The payroll rates, thresholds and deadlines for employers from 6 April 2026, and the wage rates from 1 April 2026.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
Landlords' tax in 2026/27: what changed and what did not
What applies to rental income in 2026/27, what GOV.UK says starts in April 2027, and what stays the same.
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6 October 2026
Written for 2026/27
The 2026/27 tax year: rates, thresholds and key dates
The rates, thresholds and deadlines that apply from 6 April 2026 to 5 April 2027, and what is coming next.
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1 December 2025
Hidden innovation: could your business be missing out on R&D tax relief?
There's a big misconception about Research & Development (R&D) tax relief in the UK.
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13 September 2025
Written for 2025/26
Will landlords have to pay National Insurance on rental income? What the recent leaks mean
It's just a rumour for now, but it has stirred real concern among landlords, property investors, and accountants alike.
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30 June 2025
Buying a car through your UK company: how to do it tax-efficiently
Buying a car through your company can offer significant tax benefits, but it also comes with complex rules.
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27 March 2025
Written for 2024/25
Spring Statement 2025: what it means for UK business and finances
While it doesn't introduce major tax changes, it signals key shifts that could impact your profits, your payroll, and how much money you take home.
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20 March 2025
Written for 2024/25
Making Tax Digital for self-employed: are you ready for the big change?
Under MTD, you'll keep digital records of your income and expenses and submit quarterly updates to HMRC.
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19 March 2025
Written for 2024/25
Making Tax Digital for landlords: preparing for the changes ahead
MTD for IT is the government's new approach to tax reporting, requiring digital record-keeping and quarterly submissions to HMRC.
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17 March 2025
Written for 2025/26
The 2025/26 tax year and its impact on UK employers
The government's October 2024 budget introduced several key fiscal measures impacting UK employers directly.
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14 March 2025
Written for 2025/26
UK personal tax changes in 2025/26 vs 2024/25
Understanding these updates is vital. Not just to stay compliant, but to proactively steer your finances towards smoother waters.
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10 March 2025
Written for 2024/25
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: transforming the way we manage taxes
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is a UK government initiative aimed at simplifying the tax system by moving it online.
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20 November 2024
Self-employed allowable expenses list UK
HMRC allows self-employed individuals to deduct certain business-related expenses from their taxable profit, but knowing what qualifies as an allowable expense can be tricky.
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20 November 2024
Written for 2024/25
Autumn Budget 2024 impacts on business
The 2024 Autumn Budget outlines transformative measures for business owners across the UK.
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Dates
How up to date are these articles?
Each article was written for the tax year shown on its card, and tax rules, rates and thresholds can change from one year to the next.
The current tax year is 2026/27, which runs from 6 April 2026 to 5 April 2027. Before you act on anything you read here, ask us how it applies to you now.
Book a free callThe date on each card is the day the article was published.
The "Written for" tag shows the tax year an article was written for. 2024/25 and 2025/26 are earlier tax years.
Our three Making Tax Digital articles from March 2025 were written before Making Tax Digital for Income Tax began on 6 April 2026. The articles written for the 2026/27 tax year are at the top of the list.
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Where can you get help with these topics?
Our service pages explain what we do and how we price it.
The Making Tax Digital and expenses articles relate to Self Assessment, the landlord articles to landlord accounts, the company car article to limited companies and the employer articles to payroll. Fill in our quote form and we'll call you to confirm the price.
Self Assessment
Your personal tax return prepared and filed with HMRC.
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Landlord accounts
Rental accounts and tax returns for one property or a portfolio.
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Limited company accountants
Annual accounts and corporation tax for new and established companies.
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Payroll
Payslips and PAYE filings for your team. Payroll on its own is always quoted.
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Questions
What do readers ask us about these articles?
Are these articles up to date?
Each one was written for the tax year shown on its card, and tax rules can change each year. Every card shows the date the article was published. The current tax year is 2026/27.
Are your Making Tax Digital articles still current?
Our three Making Tax Digital articles from March 2025 were written before it began on 6 April 2026, and each says so. For the rules that apply now, read our 2026/27 articles for sole traders and landlords.
Can I act on an article without speaking to an accountant?
We'd advise against it. An article explains general rules, and what you should do depends on your own figures and circumstances. Book a free call and we'll talk it through with you.
How do I ask about something I've read?
Call us on 0151 334 5935, message us on WhatsApp or book a free call. Our office is open 9am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Do I need to be on the Wirral?
No. We're based in Bromborough and work with clients across the UK by phone, Zoom, WhatsApp and our client app.
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