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Accounting & Tax Blog

Practical accounting and tax insights from Direct Assist Accountants in Slough — bookkeeping tips, HMRC updates, and financial guidance for UK businesses.

Autumn Budget 2026 summary for Slough businesses and landlords
29 October 2026

Autumn Budget 2026: What It Means for Slough Businesses, Landlords and Sole Traders

Chancellor John Healey delivered the Autumn Budget 2026 on 28 October 2026. There were no changes…

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UK Corporation Tax rates and thresholds for 2026/27 explained
26 October 2026

Corporation Tax Rates & Thresholds 2026/27

UK limited companies pay Corporation Tax at 19% on profits up to £50,000 and 25% on…

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£100k tax trap explained with the 60% effective tax rate in the UK
20 October 2026

The £100k Tax Trap

The £100k tax trap is the income band between £100,000 and £125,140 where you pay an…

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SA302 tax calculation used as proof of income for a UK mortgage
16 October 2026

What Is an SA302?

An SA302 is a tax calculation from HMRC. It shows your total income and the tax…

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Sole trader registering as self-employed with HMRC on a laptop
16 October 2026

How to Register as Self-Employed with HMRC

A sole trader must register as self-employed with HMRC once their business income goes over £1,000…

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0T tax code on a UK payslip explained by Direct Assist Accountants
12 October 2026

OT Tax Code: What It Means and How to Fix It

A 0T tax code means you get no tax-free Personal Allowance from that job or pension.…

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Payments on account explained - Self Assessment tax payment dates
5 October 2026

Payments on Account Explained

Payments on account are advance payments towards your next Self Assessment tax bill. HMRC asks for…

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Cloud accounting software for UK small businesses replacing spreadsheets
2 October 2026

From Spreadsheet Chaos to Clarity: A Guide to Cloud Accounting Software

Last updated: October 2026 Many sole traders and small business owners in the UK start out…

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