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How to Register for VAT in the UK: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
How to Register for VAT in the UK: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Ready to register for VAT in the UK? This updated 2026 guide covers the £90,000 threshold, how to apply online, which VAT scheme to choose, and what happens if you register late. Get expert help from ProKeeper

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Self Assessment for UK Directors 2026/27: The Complete Filing Guide
Self Assessment for UK Directors 2026/27: The Complete Filing Guide

If you run a limited company and pay yourself through a combination of salary and dividends, Self Assessment for UK directors in 2026/27 is more important than ever to get right. The dividend tax rate increases that took effect on 6 April 2026 have changed the numbers on most directors’ returns — and HMRC’s compliance […]

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Dividend Tax Planning 2026/27: The UK Director’s Guide
Dividend Tax Planning 2026/27: The UK Director’s Guide

Dividend tax rates have risen for 2026/27. Find out the optimal salary and dividend strategy for UK company directors, plus expert tax planning tips from ProKeeper.

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What Is IR35 and Does It Affect Me? A UK Contractor’s Guide
What Is IR35 and Does It Affect Me? A UK Contractor’s Guide

IR35 can mean a significant unexpected tax bill for UK contractors. This guide explains what IR35 is, how inside vs outside IR35 is determined, and how to protect yourself.

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How to Complete Your Companies House ID Verification — A Step-by-Step Guide by Prokeeper Limited
How to Complete Your Companies House ID Verification — A Step-by-Step Guide by Prokeeper Limited

Understanding the New Companies House ID Verification Rules From 18 November 2025, the UK government is introducing a new legal requirement for all company directors and people with significant control (PSC) to verify their identity through Companies House. This move is designed to make the UK’s business register more transparent and to protect legitimate companies […]

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Top 5 Red Flags HMRC Looks for in Your Tax Return Filing
Top 5 Red Flags HMRC Looks for in Your Tax Return Filing

Every business owner knows HMRC does not miss much. Millions of returns go through their system every year, and patterns are checked quickly. Most filings pass without issue, but some attract unwanted attention. Knowing the Red Flags HMRC looks for in Your Tax Return helps you keep your records clean and avoid penalties. 1. Late […]

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The Role of Accountants in Preparing Annual Accounts and Filing Tax Returns
The Role of Accountants in Preparing Annual Accounts and Filing Tax Returns

Every company in the UK must keep records. At the end of the year, those records need to be pulled together into proper accounts. Then comes the filing with HMRC and Companies House. Deadlines are fixed. Miss them, and there are penalties. This is why accountants are so important. Their role in Annual Accounts and […]

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Corporate Filing Deadlines in the UK: How to Stay Compliant
Corporate Filing Deadlines in the UK: How to Stay Compliant

Running a company in the UK comes with numerous regulations. Some you can bend, but deadlines for filings are not among them. Miss a date with HMRC or Companies House, and you will likely face a fine, possibly with interest as well. Worse, repeated delays damage your reputation. This is why every director should understand […]

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How to Prepare Your Business for HMRC VAT Returns: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Prepare Your Business for HMRC VAT Returns: A Step-by-Step Guide

A VAT return is more than just a form sent to HM Revenue & Customs. It’s the time each quarter to look over your sales, expenses, and the tax that has moved through your business. The HMRC VAT tax return tells them how much VAT you’ve charged customers and how much you’ve paid on purchases. […]

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