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Director's salary vs dividends in 2026/27: the most tax-efficient split

Find the optimal salary and dividend split for company directors in 2026/27. Worked examples, tax rates, and NI-specific considerations.

Tax updates

Key tax dates for Northern Ireland businesses in 2026/27

Every major HMRC, Companies House, and VAT deadline for NI businesses in 2026/27. Stay compliant and avoid penalties.

Tax planning

How much corporation tax will my company pay in 2026/27?

Plain English guide to corporation tax rates, marginal relief, allowances, and payment deadlines for UK companies in 2026/27.

Tax updates

What the Spring 2026 Budget means for NI businesses

Key changes from the Spring 2026 Budget and what they mean for Northern Ireland SMEs. Employer NICs, capital gains, MTD, and more.

Sector guides

R&D tax relief for Northern Ireland manufacturers: what qualifies and how to claim

A practical guide to R&D tax relief for NI manufacturers. What qualifies, how to claim, worked examples, and common HMRC pitfalls.

Running your business

Xero vs QuickBooks vs Sage: which is right for your NI business?

A practical comparison of Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage for Northern Ireland businesses, covering pricing, features, NI bank feeds, and cross-border trade.

Tax planning

Capital allowances explained: what your NI business can claim

A practical guide to capital allowances for NI businesses, covering AIA, full expensing, writing down allowances, and NI-specific considerations.

Running your business

When does your NI company need an audit?

A clear guide to statutory audit requirements for NI companies, including thresholds, exemptions, charity rules, and when a voluntary audit makes sense.

Sector guides

VAT for NI retailers: rates, the Windsor Framework, and cross-border trade

A practical guide to VAT for NI retailers, covering rates, the Windsor Framework, retail schemes, and cross-border trade with the Republic of Ireland.

Running your business

Management accounts vs statutory accounts: what's the difference and why you need both

Understand the difference between management accounts and statutory accounts, and why NI businesses need both to make better decisions and stay compliant.

Sector guides

A guide to charity accounting in Northern Ireland: SORP, CCNI, and fund accounting

Everything NI charities need to know about SORP reporting, fund accounting, CCNI requirements, and trustee responsibilities.

Sector guides

How NI professional services firms can extract profit tax-efficiently

Tax-efficient profit extraction strategies for NI solicitors, architects, consultants, and agencies. Salary, dividends, pensions, and more.

Tax updates

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: what NI sole traders and landlords need to do

A practical guide to MTD for Income Tax for NI sole traders and landlords. Deadlines, software, quarterly reporting, and how to prepare.

Running your business

What to look for when switching accountants (and how to make the handover painless)

Thinking of switching accountants? Here's what to look for, how the handover works, and how to make the transition smooth.

Tax planning

Inheritance tax for NI business owners: Business Property Relief and what comes next

IHT planning for NI business owners. Business Property Relief, the 2025 Budget changes, and strategies to protect your family business.