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Tax charges to rise on loans to directors
February 23, 2026

Tax charges to rise on loans to directors


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The tax charge when a director, who is also a participator, has an outstanding loan with a close company is going up by two percentage points.

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Property income tax rates going up
February 16, 2026

Property income tax rates going up


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Landlords are facing an across-the-board two percentage point increase for property income tax rates from 6 April 2027.

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Increased cost for copies of grant of probate
February 9, 2026

Increased cost for copies of grant of probate


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While the cost of obtaining probate in England and Wales remains the same, the cost for each official copy of the grant has increased significantly.

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Inheritance tax business relief – where are we now?
February 2, 2026

Inheritance tax business relief – where are we now?


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The inheritance tax (IHT) agricultural relief U-turns have been well publicised, but the changes apply equally to business relief.

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And now for the next new tax year
January 26, 2026

And now for the next new tax year


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With the festivities behind us, it is time to turn our thoughts to 5 April and the new tax year.

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Renters Rights Act to go ahead with reforms
January 22, 2026

Renters Rights Act to go ahead with reforms


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The Renters Rights Act recently received Royal Assent. Detailed guidance is yet to be published, the first phase of reforms will be introduced soon.

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What are the risks for director’s loans?
January 20, 2026

What are the risks for director’s loans?


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Used wisely, a company loan can be an attractive option for directors who need to access company funds, especially if the need is urgent.

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Barnes Roffe LLP has acted as lead Corporate Finance Advisor to Monarch Chemicals on its sale to Brenntag UK.
January 14, 2026

Barnes Roffe LLP has acted as lead Corporate Finance Advisor to Monarch Chemicals on its sale to Brenntag UK


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Barnes Roffe LLP has acted as lead Corporate Finance Advisor to Monarch Chemicals on its sale to Brenntag UK.

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Untangling red tape on company reporting
January 12, 2026

Untangling red tape on company reporting


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Some Government plans on company reporting are set to tighten but latest announcements suggest a move in the opposite direction.

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Making Tax Digital exemptions
January 5, 2026

Making Tax Digital exemptions


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In three months, Making Tax Digital (MTD) will become mandatory for sole traders and landlords with an annual income of more than £50,000.

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