Changes to personal tax allowances and higher interest rates have seen a growing number of people being affected by fiscal drag. Fiscal drag is the phenomenon where taxpayers are pushed into higher tax brackets due to wage increases as they keep pace with inflation. With the UK Government freezing most tax bands until 2028, and […]
What is the Residence Nil-Band Rate? And why does it matter to you?
The Residence Nil Band Rate (RNRB) was introduced by the Government in 2017 and benefits families passing on their main property to a direct descendent. Since its introduction, millions of families around the UK have benefitted from its ability to minimise Inheritance Tax (IHT) bills. Will the RNRB mean paying less IHT? As of the […]
Landlords are latest group targeted by HMRC ‘nudge’ letters
Residential landlords are the latest group to have been targeted in receiving ‘nudge’ letters from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). The letters are part of a targeted ‘nudge’ campaign from HMRC to remind landlords of their obligation to declare their full rental income. What is a ‘nudge’ letter HMRC has used what has become known […]
683,000 higher rate taxpayers opt out of child benefit as thresholds remain frozen
The High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) was introduced in 2013 and was set up to charge tax on individuals claiming child benefits who were earning a yearly income in excess of £50,000. The tax charges equate to the following: One per cent of the total Child Benefit received for every £100 earned over £50,000 […]
Striking the perfect balance: Director’s salary and dividends for 2023/24
As a business owner, determining the ideal salary for company directors can be tricky. Often, most directors will want to balance their salary and dividend payments to be as tax efficient as possible. The 2023/24 tax year presents an array of factors to consider, such as income tax thresholds, National Insurance contributions (NICS), and personal […]
Businesses must get to grips with a Government crackdown on fraud committed by employees
A new ‘failure to prevent fraud’ offence is being introduced by the Government to encourage businesses to do more to deter offending, which will ultimately protect themselves, consumers, and other businesses. The new legislation, which is likely to come into force by the end of 2024, will make it easier to prosecute a large organisation […]
Social value strategies and the benefits for your business
The actions of organisations and their impact on their community are scrutinised heavily. A business can often see its reputation rise or fall depending on the views of the outside world, so it is important that businesses have solid social value strategies in place.
We’re delighted to announce that Davis Grant has now joined Gravita
This will allow clients to continue the bespoke, tech-enabled experience they’ve come to expect, alongside the full suite of services and high-calibre experts that Gravita offers. For nearly 75 years, Davis Grant has been providing business and financial support to individuals and fast-scaling businesses across the UK. But more than that, we’ve created an environment […]
Better Business Day and what it means for start-ups and SMEs
New start-up businesses in the UK are as abundant as ever, but issues within society, climate change, and the cost of living have proven tricky obstacles to navigate.