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How it works
Countify starts by understanding your income, business structure and filing responsibilities.
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Tax & Accounting Advice
Plain-English UK tax and accounting guidance from Countify's Glasgow chartered accountants.
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Use this hub to move between Countify's accounting services, free tax calculators, practical blog, and core guides such as how Countify works, Self-Assessment explained, and key tax dates and deadlines.
Category 01 / getting-started
Where should you start with Countify?
Start here if you are choosing an accountant, switching support or want to understand how Countify keeps UK accounting work clear from day one.
Category 02 / tax-explained
Which tax basics should you understand first?
These guides explain common UK tax concepts in plain English, with HMRC and gov.uk as the reference point for current rules.
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Self-Assessment
Self-Assessment is how you report taxable income and gains that HMRC cannot fully tax automatically.
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Tax codes
A tax code is HMRC's instruction for PAYE tax deductions.
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Allowable expenses
Allowable expenses must meet HMRC rules for the relevant trade, property business or company.
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Scottish Income Tax
Scotland has six income tax bands in 2026/27: starter 19%, basic 20%, intermediate 21%, higher 42%, advanced 45% and top 48%.
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LBTT
LBTT on residential property is 0% up to £145,000, 2% to £250,000, 5% to £325,000, 10% to £750,000 and 12% above that.
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R&D Tax Credits
From April 2024, most companies claim under the merged R&D scheme at a 20% above-the-line credit rate.
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Section 24
Since April 2020, mortgage interest and finance costs are no longer deductible from rental income — instead landlords receive a 20% basic-rate tax credit.
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Inheritance Tax
The nil-rate band is £325,000 per person; unused nil-rate band can be transferred to a surviving spouse.
Category 03 / compliance
How can you stay ahead of compliance deadlines?
Use these guides to understand digital records, filing cycles and the deadlines that keep individuals and businesses on track.
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Tax deadlines
Different taxes have different filing and payment dates.
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Making Tax Digital
Making Tax Digital requires digital record-keeping and compatible software for affected taxes.
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CIS Explained
Contractors must deduct CIS tax before paying subcontractors, unless the subcontractor holds gross payment status.
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Auto-Enrolment
Employers must automatically enrol eligible workers aged 22 to state pension age earning over £10,000 per year.
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HMRC Enquiry Guide
HMRC can open an enquiry into a Self-Assessment or Corporation Tax return within 12 months of the filing date.
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Director Responsibilities
Directors have statutory duties under the Companies Act 2006, including acting in the company's best interests and avoiding conflicts of interest.
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MTD Income Tax
MTD for Income Tax is mandatory from April 2026 for self-employed and landlords with qualifying income above £50,000.
Category 04 / trust
How does Countify handle trust and security?
This advice explains how sensitive records are handled when Countify supports accounting, tax and HMRC work.
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What else can help you make a tax decision?
Use calculators for quick estimates and the blog for deeper updates, then speak to Countify when you need advice tied to your exact facts.
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