Business Start-Up
Starting a business is a really exciting time, but we know it is also a very busy time.
Although we are aware that it is also a highly hectic time, starting a business is a really exciting moment. You will undoubtedly have goals and plans in place, but you might not be aware of all the associated financial considerations.
We can help you throughout your journey, looking at:
- Forming your company – deciding your company type is important, our team will help decide whether a sole trader, partnership or limited company is best for you. We will consider and advise the taxes and liabilities you may owe before making this decision
- Make sure you are set-up and registered with HMRC for all the right things, such as VAT and Payroll
- Help set-up your business bank account
- Company secretarial duties
Our staff can make sure you maximise your exemptions while demystifying the complex world of capital gains tax, whether you're considering investments, a second home, or another asset.
Every year, corporation tax rates and reliefs vary, so we make sure we can offer all the necessary assistance and advice when examining potential exemptions, allowances, and deductions.
In order to make sure you are in compliance and avoid fines, we will carefully evaluate and produce corporate tax filings.
We can help walk you through the complicated subject of personal taxation, we are aware that it can be challenging to grasp, therefore we support you every step of the way. By developing a tax planning approach that works for your tax situation and helps ensure you pay the least amount of tax, we eliminate the time and worry involved. Our staff will provide guidance on when payments are due in addition to what paperwork must be submitted and returned in order to maintain compliance.
Virgo Associates provide the following key services.
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