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Deregistering from VAT might seem like a smart move — but it could cost you thousands if you get it wrong. In this essential guide, we reveal the hidden traps, surprising rules, and real-life stories HMRC doesn’t tell you. Before you deregister for VAT, read this. It could save your business.

Thinking of gifting your home or savings to your children to avoid Inheritance Tax? It’s possible — but not without rules, risks, and legal traps. This expert guide explains how to gift assets the right way, avoid common pitfalls like the 7-year rule, and use smart strategies like joint ownership, trusts, and income gifting. Discover what works, what doesn’t, and how to protect both your legacy and your loved ones.

Thinking of going self-employed? This step-by-step guide shows you exactly how to register as a sole trader in the UK for 2025. From deadlines and tax tips to HMRC setup and real-life examples, we break it all down in simple, jargon-free English. Perfect for freelancers, side hustlers, and new business owners!

Curious about how much tax you'll pay when you're self-employed in the UK? This in-depth guide breaks down self-employment tax for 2025/26 — covering income tax, National Insurance, VAT, allowable expenses, and legal ways to reduce your bill. Learn when to register, what to claim, and how to avoid penalties. Perfect for sole traders, freelancers, and side hustlers who want to stay compliant and keep more of what they earn.