Are hotel costs tax deductible?

26th August 2026 by Joanne Stoneman

A company has made a generous offer to a key hire. The would-be employee lives 150 miles from the office and the director has asked if the company can reimburse expenses for overnight stays during the week. What are the tax implications and is there a better way?

Accounting for VAT if there is no cash payment

19th August 2026 by Joanne Stoneman

Your business has submitted repayment returns for the last two quarters and you are concerned that you might have underpaid output tax on some supplies where no money has changed hands. Are your concerns justified?

Tax relief on equipment you haven’t paid for (yet)

12th August 2026 by Joanne Stoneman

The timing of tax relief for purchases of equipment isn’t straightforward when payments are delayed or goods are purchased through hire purchase (HP) agreements. How can you use these rules to your advantage and get tax relief before you’ve paid the final invoice?