Tax: Corporate & Personal — What You Need to Know

Tax planning isn’t just about filing returns — it’s about keeping more of what you earn, staying compliant, and avoiding penalties. At Park Lane, we help businesses and individuals manage both corporate and personal tax efficiently.

Corporate Tax Planning: How Companies Reduce Tax Liability

Good corporate tax planning means:

  • Claiming all allowable expenses
  • Using capital allowances on equipment and vehicles
  • Timing income and expenses strategically around the tax year
  • Making use of R&D tax credits (if eligible)
  • Claiming reliefs on business losses

Our job is to ensure you pay only what’s due — not a penny more.

Choosing the Right Business Structure

Personal tax isn’t just your salary. It includes:

  • Self-assessment tax returns
  • Dividend income
  • Rental property income
  • Savings and investment income
  • Pension income
  • Capital gains

Park Lane manages your self-assessment from start to finish, making sure everything is claimed and reported correctly.

Tax Efficiency for Directors: Salary vs. Dividends

Directors of limited companies can legally reduce personal tax by:

  • Taking a low salary within the personal allowance or National Insurance threshold.
  • Drawing additional income as dividends, which are taxed at lower rates than salary.

We advise on the most tax-efficient split based on your profits and personal situation.

Common Allowable Expenses

Claiming the right expenses lowers your taxable profits. Common claims include:

  • Office rent and utilities
  • Travel and mileage
  • Professional fees (accountants, legal advice)
  • Software subscriptions
  • Business insurance
  • Marketing costs
  • Home office expenses

We help ensure nothing is missed — but also keep you clear of risky or disallowed claims.

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Basics & Planning Tips

You pay Capital Gains Tax when selling assets like property (that’s not your main home) or shares. Planning tips include:

  • Making use of your annual CGT allowance
  • Timing disposals across tax years
  • Transferring assets between spouses to double allowances
  • Claiming reliefs like Business Asset Disposal Relief if eligible

We help you plan sales strategically to minimise tax.

Deadlines and Penalties to Watch Out For

  • Corporation Tax Return (CT600): due 12 months after year-end
  • Corporation tax payment: due 9 months and 1 day after year-end
  • Self-Assessment tax return: due 31 January
  • Self-assessment payment: due 31 January (and 31 July for payments on account)

Late submissions mean automatic penalties — and late payments add interest. Park Lane keeps you ahead of every deadline.

How Park Lane Supports HMRC Enquiries

If HMRC raises a query or opens an investigation:

  • We handle all communication with HMRC on your behalf.
  • Provide the necessary records and explanations.
  • Negotiate fair settlements if needed.
  • Minimise disruption to your business and personal finances.

Having professional representation from the start makes a huge difference in the outcome of an enquiry.

Understanding your finances?

Keeping your records up to date?

Meeting Deadlines?

Contacting your accountant for help and advice?

Growing your business?

You know what to do

  • Understanding your finances?

  • Keeping your records up to date?

  • Meeting Deadlines?

  • Contacting your accountant for help and advice?

  • Growing your business?

You know what to do

Technology is changing the way we do business and how accounts are kept. Soon the government will require many businesses to submit their tax information via the cloud. At Park Lane Accountants we want to make sure nobody gets left behind. We’ll introduce you to cloud accounting and help you implement the right tools for your business.

Technology is changing the way we do business and how accounts are kept. Soon the government will require many businesses to submit their tax information via the cloud. At Park Lane Accountants we want to make sure nobody gets left behind. We’ll introduce you to cloud accounting and help you implement the right tools for your business.

Our Service Packages are bundled for value.

They illustrate that we have an offering for every stage of the business lifecycle.

Our Service Packages are bundled for value.

They illustrate that we have an offering for every stage of the business lifecycle.

Our Grow Control package from £400 + VAT monthly

Aimed at established businesses with the desire to grow and have all the numbers to hand.For Your BusinessEverything in our Business Package for your business PlusOur assistance with planning and budgeting for your business - if you are serious you need a plan!Our flagship bookkeeping service delivered by our experienced and fully trained bookkeepers.Monthly or Quarterly management accounts with comments and insightsQuarterly review in person with your account manager - designed to identify key actions to improve or grow your businessFor YouEverything in our Business Package for you PlusConsultation on planning for business exit, sale, retirement or succession - a personal plan for you and your family.Plus unlimited e-mail support unlimited telephone support from a named accountant client manager. Discover how our tailored strategies can empower your growth and ensure you are always one step ahead in your financial journey. With our expert guidance, you can navigate the complexities of business expansion with confidence and clarity. Our commitment to your success means we are always here to provide the insights and support you need to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

Why Choose Park Lane Accountants

At Park Lane, we care about you and your business, and we’re always just a phone call or email away
Peace of mind
Our helpful, jargon-free approach takes the stress out of tax, bookkeeping, payroll, pensions and more
Grow your business
We are your local accountant - always

Based in the community, we understand local needs and are proud to support other small and growing businesses. That said our reach is far and we know that our clients value the relationship we hold above everything else.

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