Tax guides for business owners, contractors and landlords
Short, plain-English guides to the 2026/27 tax rules, written by the IB&Co team in Canary Wharf. Pick the one that fits you, tell us where to send it, and the PDF arrives by email.
Guides for your business
Start here if you run a company, are setting one up, work as a contractor or let property.
The Limited Company Owner's Guide
For directors and shareholders of UK limited companies, from Corporation Tax and VAT to payroll and Companies House.
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Your First Year in Business
For new company founders: setting up, registering for VAT and Making Tax Digital, and paying yourself.
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The Contractor's Tax Guide
For contractors weighing up IR35, umbrella companies and working through their own limited company.
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The Landlord's Tax Guide
For landlords getting ready for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax and planning their property tax.
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Deeper guides on one planning question at a time.
How to Take Money Out of Your Company Tax-Efficiently
For company directors deciding how to pay themselves in 2026/27: salary, dividends, pensions and more.
- How much salary to take after the employer National Insurance changes
- What the higher dividend rates from April 2026 mean for you
- When an employer pension contribution beats a dividend
Moving to the UK for Work
For people from overseas starting a job in the UK: residence, PAYE, the 4-year FIG regime and workday relief.
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UK Expats: Coming Home or Staying Abroad
For UK nationals living abroad or planning to return: residence, property, pensions, NI and Inheritance Tax.
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Salary vs Dividend Calculator
Enter your company’s profit and see how a salary and dividend mix compares for 2026/27.
Use the calculatorThe 2026 Tax Planning Checklist
Ten questions for business owners and ten for individuals to ask before your next tax deadline.
Get the checklistEvery guide is general information. Your own numbers will be different, and the Budget on 28 October 2026 may change some rules. For advice on your position, speak to us.
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