Brochures from Larking Gowen

Are you thinking of letting a furnished holiday property? Caravans, lodges, flats and houses are all treated as FHLs if they meet the relevant criteria.

With the education sector facing possibly one of its biggest changes, our VAT specialists look at the possible scenario of a new Government removing the VAT exemption for independent school fees.

On Wednesday 22 November, the Chancellor delivered his Autumn Statement. You can read a summary of the changes in our brochure.

Read our tax issues guide for commercial and residential buy-to-let property.

Tourism and leisure are key industries in East Anglia’s economy. With our in-depth knowledge we’ll identify the market areas where you can improve your profit margins, grow your business and maximise earning potential.

This edition of our newsletter for medical professionals gives a round-up of our latest insights focusing on medical sector news.

This edition of our Employer Bulletin highlights a number of recent changes and current issues employers need to know.

Our specialist team will support academies and schools throughout the process. Find out more about our accountancy services and ongoing support.

At Larking Gowen we believe charities should have specialist advisors and dedicated charity accountants, which is why we have a specific team for the sector. At Larking Gowen we make a point of taking time to understand our clients’ needs and help you plan for the future.

Independent schools face many challenges, not least the pressure on fees, rising parents’ expectations and the need to deliver public benefit. We have decades of experience working with independent schools in East Anglia and can help you with a full range of services.

We're one of the largest teams of agriculture accounting specialists in the UK. As your farm accountant, we’ll provide a friendly, confidential one-to-one service, backed up by a deep knowledge of agricultural business.

Larking Gowen helps legal practices manage the financial side of their business. We have a substantial client base in the legal sector and represent more East Anglian lawyers than any other firm.

Larking Gowen offers tailored packages for more than 160 NHS consultants; for those who run a private practice on a self-employed basis, as well as those who are employed. We can give you general business advice and help you with your personal tax arrangements.

We're one of the largest teams of agriculture accounting specialists in the UK. As your farm accountant, we’ll provide a friendly, confidential one-to-one service, backed up by a deep knowledge of agricultural business.

This Academies update from PrimeGlobal experts covers topics including Deregulation in the Academy Trust Handbook, Managing risk in difficult times, How the cost of living crisis is impacting schools, Should academy trusts offer employee electric car schemes and more 

We highlight changes to the Academies Accounts Direction (AAD2023) – issued by ESFA annually, which sets out requirements and guidance for accounting periods ending on 31 August 2023.

Our Charity News brings a thorough review of the latest guidance and support available for the not-for-profit sector. We also consider recent legislative, reporting and tax/VAT developments, and other pertinent issues, giving you the inside track on the sector's current hot topics.

The spring edition of our Quarterly Review highlights some of the current changes and challenges facing the agricultural sector, as well as how we can all contribute to shaping the future of farming.

Download your copy of the Tourism Business Survey 2023 results 

Being made redundant as part of insolvency can be hugely distressing, leaving you with many questions. Our brochure explains the liquidation process and how you can get the money you're owed.

The summer 2023 edition of AISMA Doctor Newsline is now available.

Liquidation is a legal process used to wind up the affairs of a company when it’s no longer required or viable. Our brochure explains the difference between solvent and insolvent liquidations and what a Creditors' Voluntary Liquidation is.

We provide a specialist service package for salaried GPs, covering all your accounting needs. 

Download your Tax Data Card for 2023-24.

Download a summary of Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Spring Budget 2023 Statement.

With so much uncertainty surrounding farming at present,” says Steven Rudd, Larking Gowen’s Head of Farms and Landed Estates, “it’s easy to get side-tracked by the range of ‘what if’ scenarios facing farming businesses. So,” Steven continues, “instead of worrying about things we can’t control, we must focus on those we can.” Read the Farms and Landed Estates Review of the Year 2022.

The latest Tax Enquiry Protection Service brochure is now available.

Our Autumn Charity News includes the latest guidance and support available for the not-for-profit sector as the cost of living crisis starts to bite, looking at the impact of recent legislative, reporting and tax developments and other pertinent issues.

Our Charity Newsletter includes the latest guidance and support available for the not-for-profit sector, as well as recent legislative, reporting and tax developments that charity trustees need to know about.

Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) are schemes designed to encourage individuals to subscribe for new shares in qualifying companies. Our brochure discusses the tax reliefs available and the benefits of each scheme.

What is the tax treatment of electric company cars? Tessa discusses the tax incentives to encourage company car users into electric cars.

The spring 2022 edition of AISMA Doctor Newsline is now available. 

This edition of our Employer Bulletin highlights a number of recent changes and current issues employers need to know.

When it comes to succession planning, most choose to set up a trust.
However, depending on family circumstances, this may not be the most tax efficient method since the introduction of Family Investment Companies.

We explain some of the options available to you and highlight some case studies of businesses that were helped to get back on track.

Opticians could be paying too much VAT on the sale of their products. Find out how we can help you make sure you’re not paying more tax than you should.

The HMRC rules regarding the taxation of vehicles are complex and differ depending on the type of vehicle in question. It’s therefore important to correctly identify a vehicle as either a car or a van, and to know which category double-cab pick-ups fit into.

How does tapering of the annual allowance affect members of the NHS pension scheme who are NHS salaried staff?

How does tapering of the annual allowance affect members of the NHS pension scheme who are NHS hospital staff? 

How does tapering of the annual allowance affect members of the NHS pension scheme who are general practitioners?

We understand the industry specific challenges that the motor retail sector faces and the ways to avoid common pitfalls. Read our brochure to find out how we can help you.

When the decision has been made to wind up a dormant company and to distribute any remaining assets to the shareholders, there are two ways in which this can be done.

Inheritance tax (IHT) is a tax on the value of assets transferred by individuals during their lifetime or on death. It’s relevant to anyone with assets worth over £325,000. How can you mitigate IHT?

If your company is involved in research and development (R&D), it may be entitled to a relief which could reduce the company’s tax bill or generate a cash sum payable by HMRC.

If you’ve been made bankrupt or are simply struggling to manage your current level of debt, we can help.

Growth shares are often used as a tax-efficient share incentive plan to offer share reward in an employing company to senior employees and executives.

If you’re concerned that you or your business are in financial trouble, we can help you get back on your feet.

If you've recenly transferred your sole trade business to a limited company, our handy booklet will help you with financial and accounting tasks.

Have you recently set up as a limited company? To help you keep on top of money matters, we’ve created this handy booklet to help you with financial and accounting tasks.

If you've recently set up as a sole trader, to help you keep on top of money matters, we’ve created this handy checklist of financial and accounting tasks.

When you’re getting your new business off the ground, the first thing to consider is what structure to trade as – sole trader, partnership or limited company. Use this guide to make the right decision.

Our brochure explores the benefits of an Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI) scheme. We explain what the scheme is, how it works and which companies and employees qualify.

If you have sold property in the UK on or after 6 April 2020, you must report and pay any tax due on UK residential property within 60 days of selling it. Reporting is only required where tax is payable.

Currently there’s a tax double whammy. As well as an annual charge based on the value of the property, there’s also a flat rate of Stamp Duty Land Tax at 15%.

The NHS is full of acronyms and jargon that frequently change and are added to. Coupling this with accounting terms and our own acronyms and jargon can lead to confusion. With this is mind, we have put together this guide to NHS acronyms and accounting terms.

Our team has VAT specialist knowledge in a number of sectors, notably the not for profit sector, property, automotive, retail, education and local authorities.

For a full list of the services we offer and how we can help, download our 'our services' brochure. 

This flyer discusses some of the benefits of using a digital accounting package and how Larking Gowen can help.

Larking Gowen offers a comprehensive medical accountancy and advice service that covers everything your practice needs.

If you’re considering working as a GP locum, we can provide a specialist service package covering your accounting needs.

Salaried GPs must complete a Type 2 certificate by 28 February following the tax year end to which it relates. Find out how our team of medical specialists can help.

We understand that you are an individual with unique circumstances and requirements. Our team of private client specialists are highly knowledgeable and experienced, and we’ll take the initiative to make sure you get the most from your wealth.

This comprehensive guide covers all the tax issues involved with letting furnished holiday homes.

Bereavement is a difficult time for families. We offer a probate service that covers the whole process of administering a deceased person’s estate.