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Practical articles on UK tax, compliance, and financial planning — written without jargon, aimed at the people who actually need to act on the information.

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MTD for Income Tax is now in force for sole traders and landlords above £50,000. Here is what it means, who it affects, and what you need to do now.

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Álvaro Abucha
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UK–Spain
1 July 2026 · 8 min read

Moving to Spain: what you need to do about your UK taxes

Leaving the UK for Spain doesn't end your UK tax obligations overnight. Here is what to do, in the right order, before and after you make the move.

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Tax & Compliance
1 June 2026 · 7 min read

IR35 explained: how to know if it applies to you

IR35 (off-payroll working rules) explained clearly — what it is, the three key tests, and what to do if you think you might be caught. Written for UK contractors.

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Tax & Compliance
1 May 2026 · 7 min read

Self Assessment expenses: what freelancers miss every year

The Self Assessment expenses most UK freelancers and sole traders underclaim — from home office to training costs. Written by a qualified ICPA accountant.

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Tax & Compliance
1 March 2026 · 6 min read

MTD for Income Tax 2026: what self-employed people and landlords need to do now

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax becomes mandatory from April 2026 for self-employed individuals and landlords earning over £50,000. Here is exactly what it means, who it affects, and what you need to do.

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UK–Spain
10 February 2026 · 7 min read

UK tax if you're Spanish and self-employed in the UK: a plain-English guide

If you are Spanish and working for yourself in the UK, you have UK tax obligations — and possibly Spanish ones too. This guide explains what you need to declare, where, and how to avoid paying tax twice.

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Tax Planning
15 January 2026 · 8 min read

Limited company or sole trader in 2025/26: which is more tax-efficient for you?

With Corporation Tax at 25% and dividend allowances reduced, the maths has shifted. A clear comparison of limited company versus sole trader tax efficiency for UK contractors and freelancers.

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