# Aston Shaw > Chartered Certified Accountants ## Posts - [Protecting Your Assets and Planning for the Future](https://astonshaw.co.uk/protecting-your-assets-and-planning-for-the-future/): Protecting Your Assets and Planning for the Future Specialist Tax Advice for Holding Companies, Mergers and Demegers We are dedicated to delivering exceptional advice across all areas of business and personal tax. When it comes to complex corporate structuring, such as setting up holding companies, group structures, mergers, and demergers, we ensure our clients received… - [Corporate Tax Advice and Exit Planning for Business Owners](https://astonshaw.co.uk/corporate-tax-advice-and-exit-planning-for-business-owners/): Corporate Tax Advice and Exit Planning for Business Owners Do you want to maximise value, reduce risk and prepare for the future? Running a successful business is about more than managing day-to-day operations. It is about building long-term value, making informed decisions and planning ahead for when you eventually step away. This is why a… - [Brancaster House Financial Planning - Our New Strategic Partner!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/brancaster-house-financial-planning/): Financial Planning that Works as Hard as You Do! Running a business is no small feat. Juggling staff, clients, and cashflow often means personal finances take a back seat. But for business owners and company directors, personal and business finances go hand in hand-and with the right planning, both can work harder to support your… - [Budget Summary - 2025](https://astonshaw.co.uk/budget-summary-2025/): Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her long-anticipated Autumn Budget on Wednesday 26 November 2025 Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves set out tax-raising measures worth up to £26 billion in the Autumn Budget.  The increases will be achieved through a catalogue of measures and various actions.  We have reviewed the measures that could affect you and your business, you… - [Maximise wealth through Personal Tax Planning and Inheritance Tax Advisory](https://astonshaw.co.uk/maximise-wealth-through-personal-tax-planning-and-inheritance-tax-advisory/): Maximise wealth through Personal Tax Planning and Inheritance Tax Advisory Why Tax Advisory Planning matters Managing your personal and family finances has never been more important. The UK tax landscape is changing significantly, particularly around Inheritance Tax (IHT). From April 2026, reforms will restrict some of the most valuable reliefs that many families and business… - [Unlocking Agricultural Property Relief (APR)](https://astonshaw.co.uk/unlocking-agricultural-property-relief-apr/): Unlocking Agricultural Property Relief (APR): what it is and why it is important? Passing on a family farm or rural estate can be a proud milestone, but it also brings one of the greatest challenges families face – managing Inheritance Tax (IHT). Without careful planning, the financial burden can be significant, often forcing the sale… - [Outsourcing your Bookkeeping will be one of your smartest moves!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/importance-of-bookkeeping/): Why is bookkeeping important for your business? At Aston Shaw we provide a full range of bookkeeping and support services. This allows you to spend more time focusing on what you excel at: managing the daily operations of your business. What is bookkeeping and why is it important? Bookkeeping is the ongoing process of recording, organising, and… - [Meet Chris Lock: The Expert Behind Vortax](https://astonshaw.co.uk/meet-chris-lock-the-expert-behind-vortax/): Meet Chris Lock: The Expert Behind Vortax Chris Lock is not your average accountant. A Chartered Tax Adviser and Fellow of the ACCA, Chris brings decades of deep industry knowledge and technical expertise to every conversation. Whether you have worked alongside him or benefited from his expertise as a client, one thing is clear: Chris… - [Outsourcing your payroll will be one of your smartest moves!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/outsourcing-payroll/): Outsourcing your payroll will be one of your smartest moves! One of the most asked questions by directors of small and medium-size organisations is… ‘How do we process payroll in the most cost-effective and efficient manner?’ The answer is clear: the most efficient and cost-effective option is to outsource payroll to a trusted and experienced… - [Meet our latest sponsorship - Norton Athletic FC](https://astonshaw.co.uk/norton-athletic-fc/): At Aston Shaw, we believe that exceptional service starts with people, not just our clients, but our team too. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported, both professionally and personally. One of those people is Ryan, who has been a valued member of the Aston Shaw family for… - [Future-proof your Business: Specialist Tax Advice](https://astonshaw.co.uk/specialist-tax-advice/): Future-proof your Business… Specialist tax advice for holding companies, asset protection and group structure When it comes to running a successful business, growth and change are inevitable. Whether you are expanding, restructuring, or preparing for a significant transition, the way your company is structured can significantly influence both asset protection and tax efficiency. At Aston… - [Vortax Tax Advisers - Our New Strategic Partner](https://astonshaw.co.uk/vortax-tax-advisers-our-new-strategic-partner/): Exciting news- new appointed Strategic Partner Who are Vortax Tax Advisers? Vortax is led by Chris Lock, a Chartered Tax Adviser with over a decade of experience delivering clear and strategic tax solutions. Whether you are an individual, a business owner, or part of a corporate group, Chris brings a proven track record of assisting… - [Exit Planning - Unlocking the best path for your business future.](https://astonshaw.co.uk/exiting-planning/): Maximise your business sale, exit, or retirement. Unlocking the best path for your business future. What is Exiting Planning? If you are a business owner, you have poured your heart and soul into building your business into something meaningful. But have you considered what the next steps are and what happens next? Exit planning is… - [Workbooks CRM - Our New Strategic Partner](https://astonshaw.co.uk/workbooks-crm-our-new-strategic-partner/): Who are Workbooks? In today’s fast-paced business world, managing customer relationships effectively is not just important, it is essential. Workbooks is the UK’s largest independent Customer Relationship Management (CRM) provider, helping businesses take control of their customer relationships, streamline operations, and drive growth. With Workbooks, businesses do not just manage data; they unlock the full… - [Yellow Brick Mortgages - Our New Strategic Partner!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/yellow-brick-mortgages-our-new-strategic-partner/): Exciting news – new appointed strategic Partner Who are Yellow Brick Mortgages? Yellow Brick Mortgages is a national award-winning, independent mortgage brokerage that puts clients first. Since launching in Norfolk in 2018, they have grown rapidly now with a team of over 70 fully authorised and highly experienced advisers across the UK. Specialising in first-charge… - [Are you a sole trader or landlord? Learn how Making Tax Digital for Income Tax could affect you.](https://astonshaw.co.uk/are-you-a-sole-trader-or-landlord-learn-how-making-tax-digital-for-income-tax-could-affect-you/): Are you a sole trader or landlord? Learn how Making Tax Digital for Income Tax could affect you. You might have already received a letter from HMRC regarding the next phase of ‘Making Tax Digital’ (MTD). From 1st April 2019, HMRC implemented that MTD became a necessary requirement for VAT registered businesses above the turnover… - [BCR Associates - Our New Strategic Partner!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/bcr-associates-our-new-strategic-partner/): Exciting news – new appointed Strategic Partner Who are BCR assosciates? BCR Associates is a multi-award-winning UK consultancy founded in 2005, specialising in procurement and Net Zero solutions. They support businesses across various sectors, including construction, education, hospitality, and professional services, by helping them manage energy costs, minimise consumption, reduce emissions, and achieve their Net… - [Cleerly - Our New Strategic Partner!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/cleerly-our-new-strategic-partner/): Exciting news – new appointed Strategic Partner Who are Cleerly? Cleerly are not your typical mortgage broker. Based in the UK, this specialist mortgage broker was founded by a former contractor who brings over 20 years of experience in developing and negotiating contractor underwriting. Their goal is simple: to make mortgages more affordable and accessible… - [Business Property Relief Changes](https://astonshaw.co.uk/business-property-relief-changes/): Business Property Relief The Government announced upcoming modifications to Inheritance Tax (IHT) relief concerning business and agricultural property, the government has proposed for this to be implemented in April 2026. These changes will affect both Business Property Relief (BPR) and Agricultural Property Relief (APR), which are designed to lower IHT on assets inherited after an… - [Croner - Our New Strategic Partner!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/croner-our-new-strategic-partner/): Exciting news – new appointed Strategic Partner Are you concerned about the upcoming changes in employment and health & safety regulations? Do you require an HR Advisor or Health and Safety Officer, but do not have the budget to recruit a professional? Look no further – Croner is ready to provide expert guidance on health… - [Summary of the Spring Statement 2025](https://astonshaw.co.uk/summary-of-the-spring-statement-2025/): Summary of the Spring Statement 2025 Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement on 26th March 2025. Staying true to her promise, the Chancellor made it clear that the statement would focus on providing an update on the current state of the economy. As a result, there were no surprises when it came to tax changes,… - [Making Tax Digital for Income Tax](https://astonshaw.co.uk/making-tax-digital-for-income-tax/): Are you a Sole Trader or Landlord? Learn how Making Tax Digital for Income Tax could affect you Significant changes are coming to HMRC Self-Assessment. It is time to get ahead of the game! As of April 2026, HMRC will introduce significant changes to how self-assessment works for domestic and foreign Sole Traders and Landlords.… - [Changes to Late Payment Interest Rates](https://astonshaw.co.uk/changes-to-late-payment-interest-rates/): HMRC Announces Change to Late Payment Interest Rates HMRC have updated its late payment fees for individuals who missed this year’s self-assessment tax deadline. Effective from 25th February, the interest rate on overdue tax payments will drop from 7.25% to 7%, in line with the recent reduction in the Bank of England’s base rate. The… - [A crackdown on underpaid inheritance!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/a-crackdown-on-underpaid-inheritance/): A clampdown on underpaid Inheritance Tax and upcoming changes to pension regulations HM Revenue and Customs is set to crackdown its efforts against underpaid Inheritance Tax. HMRC are investigating affluent families to determine whether they have failed to pay their fair share, with estimates suggesting a potential shortfall of £325 million. They are particularly focused… - [Enhance State Pension](https://astonshaw.co.uk/enhance-state-pension/): You have less than a month to enhance your state pension – act now to take full advantage of this valuable opportunity! What are the changes? Time is of the essence to boost your state pension. Take action now before the opportunity slips away! Currently, you have the option to check and settle any missing… - [What's your story?](https://astonshaw.co.uk/whats-your-story/): What’s your story? In celebration of National Storytelling week, we posed the question “What’s Your Story?” to one of our valued clients. At Aston Shaw, we take great pride in being more than just a service provider – we see ourselves as an extension of your team, committed to supporting your personal and business needs.… - [Happy Holidays from Aston Shaw](https://astonshaw.co.uk/happy-holidays-from-aston-shaw/): The team at Aston Shaw would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We have thoroughly enjoyed working with you this year and look forward to seeing what 2025 has in store.  Our offices reopen on 2nd January 2025, Happy Holidays! - [Budget Summary](https://astonshaw.co.uk/budget-summary/): Budget Summary Now that the dust has settled from the highly anticipated Autumn Budget for 2024, we wanted to highlight the essential points from the announcement. This way, you can understand how these changes might impact you or your business. Click below to explore the key highlights. - [Aston Shaw sponsor Run Norwich](https://astonshaw.co.uk/aston-shaw-sponsor-run-norwich/): This month, Amie Downs-Levene and Patrick Lloyd are representing Aston Shaw by taking part in Run Norwich on 8th September 2024. Run Norwich is a 10km road race organised by Norwich City FC’s official charity partner, the Community Sports Foundation. It takes place in the heart of Norwich’s historic city centre and the route passes… - [Aston Shaw celebrates company summer party in Norwich!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/aston-shaw-celebrates-company-summer-party-in-norwich/): At Aston Shaw, we appreciate every member of our team and know the true value of spending quality time together and having some fun! Our full team summer party was a great opportunity to balance work with play, celebrate summer, and enjoy each other’s company – even in our head-to-head rounders match! It was brilliant… - [Resolving high-cost invoice financing: How we saved a small business £9k annually](https://astonshaw.co.uk/resolving-high-cost-invoice-financing-how-we-saved-a-small-business-9k-annually/): A small business faced high funding costs and poor service from their lender, which led them to seek help from us. Aston Shaw stepped in, understood the client’s needs, and quickly sourced better funding options from various lenders and factoring houses. They also renegotiated with the original lender, securing competitive rates that saved the client… - [How we helped a client to save £18,000 in Capital Gains Tax](https://astonshaw.co.uk/how-to-save-18000-in-capital-gains-tax/): The Problem Our client first approached us when she was looking to sell one of her properties and wanted to understand the capital gains tax (CGT) implications and ensure the transaction was completed as tax efficiently as possible. The Solution After talking to the client, our team was able to understand the situation before providing… - [Aston Shaw has a fresh new look but the same reliable advice!](https://astonshaw.co.uk/aston-shaw-has-a-fresh-new-look-but-the-same-reliable-advice/): After months of hard work, we can finally reveal what the team have been busy working on behind the scenes! You might have seen we have made a few changes, taking the time to refresh our brand and website to more accurately reflect our fresh approach and strength of our dynamic team. Our refreshed brand… - [We'd love to hear from you.](https://astonshaw.co.uk/current-vacancies/): As one of East Anglia’s leading chartered accountants with offices in Norwich, Cambridge, Dereham, Great Yarmouth, Ipswich and King’s Lynn, we are always on the lookout for talented, dynamic and innovative individuals to join us and support our team as our client base grows. We do not currently have any open vacancies but are always… - [Our Business Loans Service Works A Treat](https://astonshaw.co.uk/making-business-loans-personal/): Our corporate finance team helped one of our clients, a manufacturer of premium food and supplements for dogs and cats, to achieve their business goals with our Business Loans service. The Problem Our client was struggling to identify the best funding she needed to take her business to the next level.  The solution Our corporate… - [How we helped to power £36,000 savings with our Business Cost Reduction Service ](https://astonshaw.co.uk/how-we-helped-to-power-36000-savings-with-our-business-cost-reduction-service/): A local Suffolk hotel and restaurant asked our team to conduct an audit of their business to see if any savings could be made. Here’s how our Business Cost Reduction service has helped them:  The Problem Being a restaurant and hotel, the business uses a high volume of electricity and gas and, with ever increasing… - [Helping to secure a Multi-million Pound Deal](https://astonshaw.co.uk/helping-to-secure-a-multi-million-pound-deal/): Our team has recently secured the necessary funding to make a large-scale construction project possible. The Problem Our client is a Property Development Company of executive homes in East Anglia, who were seeking funding to build a housing development in Norfolk. Our Solution Our team worked alongside the client, providing ongoing support and guidance throughout… - [What are the Penalties for Filing Taxes Late & How to Avoid Them](https://astonshaw.co.uk/top-3-tips-to-avoid-tax-return-penalties/): We’ve all been there. Christmas is over and the New Year has just begun… Unfortunately that means the clock really is ticking for you to get your self assessment tax return submitted. Nearly four million of the 10.2 million people in Britain required to fill in a self assessment tax return have not yet sent… - [Are You Paying Too Much National Insurance?](https://astonshaw.co.uk/are-you-paying-too-much-national-insurance/): Worried you’re paying too much National Insurance? Read on to find out. There is what’s called an ”annual maximum” of national insurance contributions applying to every individual in a tax year. The most common scenario of an individual paying too much national insurance arises when they are working two or more jobs. It even applies… - [Purchasing a Business: Using Business Acquisition To Achieve Growth](https://astonshaw.co.uk/purchasing-a-business-to-achieve-business-growth/): Business Acquisition and Growth If you are looking to grow and develop your business, one of the fastest ways to do so is via the acquisition or purchase of an existing business. Business acquisitions require extensive experience and a thorough understanding of the process, including obtaining financing and conducting due diligence, but can be a… - [Advice on Inheritance Tax Planning: The 6 Key Steps to Success](https://astonshaw.co.uk/the-6-key-steps-to-inheritance-tax-planning/): Inheritance tax planning (IHT) is something we all need to consider at some point in our lives, and there are generally 6 key steps to the process: Step One: Seek out Professional Advice Families should first seek professional advice, as inheritance tax planning can be a complex process. It is also important to consider a… - [What Are Management Accounts? Could Your Business Benefit from Them?](https://astonshaw.co.uk/could-your-business-benefit-from-management-accounts/): Management accounts differ from a regular set of accounts in that they provide up-to-date financial data as and when you need it, rather than once a year in your annual accounts. Every limited company must file a set of accounts with companies house following the end of each financial year. This is a statutory requirement,… - [How to Pay Less Tax: Top 5 Ways to Reduce Your Bill](https://astonshaw.co.uk/top-5-ways-to-reduce-your-tax-bill/): Nobody wants to pay tax; we’d all like to pay as little as possible. Whilst it is our job, as advisors, to ensure our clients are fully compliant and pay only what they need to in tax there are some perfectly legal and legitimate ways you can reduce your tax bill. Pay more into your… - [Benefits of Business Partnerships: What Are They?](https://astonshaw.co.uk/what-are-the-benefits-of-a-business-partnership/): Business Partnerships, including limited liability partnership, are a common business type in the UK. It is a kind of middle ground between the sole trade and limited company. Deciding whether a partnership business is the right business model for you can be tricky, but it is worth spending some time researching the advantages and disadvantages… - [Tax on Foreign Income UK: Do I Have to Pay?](https://astonshaw.co.uk/do-i-have-to-pay-uk-tax-on-foreign-income/): Understanding if You Have to Pay UK Tax We get asked this question a lot. So often in fact that we decided it’s a subject worth covering in a blog. In most cases, there is a simple answer to this question. If you are not a UK resident, you won’t need to pay tax in… - [Do I Need an Accountant? How They Can Save You Money](https://astonshaw.co.uk/how-an-accountant-can-save-you-money/): Many people view paying an accountant as just another outgoing, another necessity that is paid begrudgingly along with utility bills, tax, business rates and the like. This perception is fundamentally wrong as so much of an accountant’s role in small business accounting is geared towards saving businesses money. In most cases, a good accountant will… - [When Do You Have to Register For VAT?](https://astonshaw.co.uk/how-when-and-why-should-you-become-vat-registered/): VAT (or value-added tax) is a tax imposed on most goods and services in the UK. There are three rates of VAT; standard, reduced and zero-rated. The differences between these rates and their impact on VAT returns are as follows: Goods and services in the UK may fall into one of these 3 different rates… - [How to Increase Profitability: 9 Ways To Boost Your Business Profits](https://astonshaw.co.uk/9-ways-boost-business-profits/): Boosting Your Business Profitability In today’s competitive business landscape, achieving and maintaining profitability is more crucial than ever. As a business owner or manager, you’re likely always on the lookout for strategies that can help increase your bottom line and improve your profit margin. This article will delve into nine practical and effective ways to… - [When do you Pay VAT on Gift Cards?](https://astonshaw.co.uk/when-do-you-pay-vat-on-gift-cards/): Many businesses rely heavily on gift card sales, especially during the festive period. The law surrounding VAT on gift cards changed in January 2019 to align with the EU legislation and it is important that businesses understand how this may impact them. The EU Vouchers Directive aims to harmonise VAT treatment of vouchers across EU… - [Guide To Self Assessment Tax Return](https://astonshaw.co.uk/guide-to-self-assessment-tax-returns/): Who needs to file a Self Assessment Tax Return? The self assessment tax return is an annual requirement for people who do not pay their tax automatically through PAYE. Self assessment tax returns are often submitted electronically to HMRC, with the deadline being 31st January following the end of the tax year. Alternatively, if filing… - [The Jaffa Cake VAT Case Explained](https://astonshaw.co.uk/jaffa-cake-tax/): Jaffa Cakes: Cake or Biscuit? The age-old debate that was taken to court. Who knew VAT could be interesting? Who would have known that the bounds of confectionery, sweets, chocolates, chocolate biscuits, cakes and biscuits would be taken to court? And why is it so important whether the confectionery in question is a cake or… - [Our Comprehensive Guide to Making Tax Digital](https://astonshaw.co.uk/making-tax-digital/): Making Tax Digital (MTD) is the name of the Government’s ambition to change the way in which we record financial data and report this information to HMRC. It requires taxpayers to keep digital records, instead of manual ones, and communicate with HMRC using a different reporting system to that which is currently in operation. 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Those who are within their first four years of tax residency in the UK will have the option to avoid taxation on foreign income and gains. … - [Capital Gains Tax](https://astonshaw.co.uk/capital-gains-tax/): Capital Gains Tax and Entrepreneurs Relief Part of Autumn Budget 2024 Summary Effective date of update: Immediate  The Capital Gains Tax rates have been raised to 18% and 24% for the sale of all chargeable assets, an increase from the previous rates of 10% and 20% for non-residential transactions.    There has been a notable… - [Pick-Up Vehicles](https://astonshaw.co.uk/pick-up-vehicles-2/): Pick-Up Vehicles Part of Autumn Budget 2024 Summary Effective date of update: April 2025  Are you the owner of a pickup truck? If that’s the case, there’s an important update from the budget that could impact you.  From now on, double cab pickup trucks will be reclassified from vans to cars. 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