If you run a limited company in the UK, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is how to pay yourself. Should you take a salary, dividends, or a mix of both? Choosing the right approach can save you thousands in tax each year — and getting it wrong could cost you more than

Student loans are one of the most misunderstood parts of the UK tax system. Many people aren’t sure when they need to start repaying, how much they’ll owe, or how repayments affect their take-home pay, especially if they’re self-employed or earning more than one income. In this guide, Clayton Stirling & Co explains how UK student

If you’re an employee or business owner in the UK, you may have heard the term Benefit in Kind (BIK), but what does it actually mean, and how does it affect your tax? In simple terms, a Benefit in Kind is a non-cash benefit provided by an employer that still has a tax value. While

Flying first class isn’t just about champagne and extra legroom — for some directors, it’s part of doing business. But can your company really foot the bill without falling foul of HMRC? In this post, we’ll break down when first-class travel counts as a legitimate business expense, when it doesn’t, and how to make sure