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YouTube Video UEw3elM5Qkw0cGgtVnJFeXRPNFFYVTdKcENLLVc5a19wZC5CRjBFOTUzQTE4Mjg3RUJF Learn how tax refund companies UK and tax repayment agents work, what you can and can’t claim for when claiming work expenses, and how to avoid fake tax refund factory scams with trusted tax advice from a professional tax advisory firm. For most people, a tax refund doesn’t attract much attention. It tends to be the result of something relatively minor: an adjustment through PAYE, an allowance that wasn’t claimed, or a timing difference that has now been corrected. The system reconciles, and the money comes back – and that is still the case, the vast majority of the time. What has changed, however, is HOW some of these refunds are being generated. Increasingly, they are not the result of a taxpayer identifying an issue or working through their position with an adviser, but of being approached by an unknown third-party, often online, with the suggestion that a repayment is waiting to be claimed. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about Tax refund Factories or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW Tax refund Factories - When a Tax Refund Isn’t What It Seems
Tax refund Factories - When a Tax Refund Isn’t What It Seems
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Learn how tax refund companies UK and tax repayment agents work, what you can and can’t claim for when claiming work expenses, and how to avoid fake tax refund factory scams with trusted tax advice from a professional tax advisory firm. For most people, a tax refund doesn’t attract much attention. It tends to be the result of something relatively minor: an adjustment through PAYE, an allowance that wasn’t claimed, or a timing difference that has now been corrected. The system reconciles, and the money comes back – and that is still the case, the vast majority of the time. What has changed, however, is HOW some of these refunds are being generated. Increasingly, they are not the result of a taxpayer identifying an issue or working through their position with an adviser, but of being approached by an unknown third-party, often online, with the suggestion that a repayment is waiting to be claimed. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about Tax refund Factories or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW Tax refund Factories - When a Tax Refund Isn’t What It Seems
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Tax refund Factories - When a Tax Refund Isn’t What It Seems

Spotlight 63A: HMRC Doubles Down on Hybrid Property Structures When HMRC first issued Spotlight 63 in 2023, it sent a clear warning to landlords using hybrid partnership structures. By the time we revisited the topic in 2025, many were already dealing with enquiries, uncertainty and, in some cases, significant tax exposure. HMRC has gone further.Spotlight 63A is not a new warning – it is a deliberate escalation. HMRC has now set out, in detail, exactly why these arrangements fail and made it clear that the issue has not gone away. If anything, the position has hardened. Property business arrangements involving hybrid partnerships For landlords who believed the risks had settled or were reassured that their structure was compliant, this latest update is a clear signal. HMRC is not revisiting this area; the aim is to significantly restrict its viability. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about HMRC Spotlight 63A or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW HMRC Spotlight 63A: Hybrid Property Structures
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HMRC Spotlight 63A: Hybrid Property Structures

Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. If you have questions about this or other Tax and Accounting issues then please drop a line on our web page contact section https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us as this is the quickest way to receive a response. https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW
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Chris Wilkins breaks down the Autumn Budget 2025, highlighting the key changes announced and what they mean for individuals and business owners. Recorded at a recent seminar, Chris explains the Autumn Budget 2025 Key Changes and outlines potential impacts, and shares practical guidance on the steps you should be taking next. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about this or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW Autumn Budget UK - Autumn Budget 2025: Key Changes and What You Need to Do Next. UK Budget 2025
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Chris Wilkins of Wilkins Southworth Chartered Accountants breaks down two key tax planning tools for business owners and property investors: Family Investment Companies (FICs) and Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR). In this session, Chris provides a clear and practical breakdown of Family Investment Companies (FICs) and Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR)—two powerful tools for tax planning, legacy planning and business structuring. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about this or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW Family Investment Companies (FICs) and Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR)
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Family Investment Companies (FICs) and Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR)

Chris Wilkins speaks at Progressive Properties, Ten Million Liquid Event on 15 November, covering why you need a good accountant, the real differences between LLPs and Limited Companies, how Family Investment Companies work, Gift Holdover Relief, and much more.. 📌 Video Chapters 00:00 – An Introduction to Chris Wilkins 04:16 – How Much Cash Should You Have on Your Balance Sheet 05:18 – The Next Steps to Grow Your Business 07:32 – The Advantages of a Good Accountant 21:32 – LLPs vs Limited Companies 29:12 – A Breakdown of Pensions and Inheritance Tax 36:12 – General Questions 41:42 – Family Investment Companies (FICs) & Business Asset Disposal Relief (BADR) 51:02 – Gift Holdover Relief 55:42 – Taking Advantage of Available Tax Reliefs 57:12 – SSAS Pensions for Commercial Property & Section 24 1:05:12 – Buying a Guest House 1:10:12 – HMRC Enquiries 1:16:02 – Stamp Duty Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about this or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW Chris Wilkins speaking at the Progressive Property Ten Million Liquid Event, 15 November
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Chris Wilkins speaking at the Progressive Property Ten Million Liquid Event, 15 November

Chris Wilkins of Wilkins Southworth Chartered Accountants speaks at the Progressive Properties Ten Million Liquid event on 15 November. In this session, Chris explains why having a reliable, experienced accountant is essential for property investors and business owners—covering tax efficiency, financial planning, compliance, and strategies for long-term growth. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about this or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW
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Advantages of a Good Accountant - Chris Wilkins at Progressive Properties’ Ten Million Liquid Event

#LLPs VS Limited Companies: Chris Wilkins of Wilkins Southworth Chartered Accountants presents at the Progressive Properties Ten Million Liquid Event on 15 November. In this talk, Chris breaks down the key differences between LLPs and Limited Companies, explaining the tax, legal and operational implications for property investors and business owners. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about this or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW LLPs VS Limited Companies: Chris Wilkins Explains at Progressive Properties Ten Million Liquid Event #LLPVSLIMITED #LLPVSLTD #LLPS
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Chris Wilkins explains major issues that may come up in the November 2025 Budget Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about this or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW
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Learn how tax refund companies UK and tax repayment agents work, what you can and can’t claim for when claiming work expenses, and how to avoid fake tax refund factory scams with trusted tax advice from a professional tax advisory firm. For most people, a tax refund doesn’t attract much attention. It tends to be the result of something relatively minor: an adjustment through PAYE, an allowance that wasn’t claimed, or a timing difference that has now been corrected. The system reconciles, and the money comes back – and that is still the case, the vast majority of the time. What has changed, however, is HOW some of these refunds are being generated. Increasingly, they are not the result of a taxpayer identifying an issue or working through their position with an adviser, but of being approached by an unknown third-party, often online, with the suggestion that a repayment is waiting to be claimed. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about Tax refund Factories or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW Tax refund Factories - When a Tax Refund Isn’t What It Seems
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Tax refund Factories - When a Tax Refund Isn’t What It Seems

Spotlight 63A: HMRC Doubles Down on Hybrid Property Structures When HMRC first issued Spotlight 63 in 2023, it sent a clear warning to landlords using hybrid partnership structures. By the time we revisited the topic in 2025, many were already dealing with enquiries, uncertainty and, in some cases, significant tax exposure. HMRC has gone further.Spotlight 63A is not a new warning – it is a deliberate escalation. HMRC has now set out, in detail, exactly why these arrangements fail and made it clear that the issue has not gone away. If anything, the position has hardened. Property business arrangements involving hybrid partnerships For landlords who believed the risks had settled or were reassured that their structure was compliant, this latest update is a clear signal. HMRC is not revisiting this area; the aim is to significantly restrict its viability. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about HMRC Spotlight 63A or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW HMRC Spotlight 63A: Hybrid Property Structures
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HMRC Spotlight 63A: Hybrid Property Structures

HMRC is seeking greater granularity into how money flows between small companies and their owners. Under HMRC’s New Reporting Rules for Small Businesses, close companies could be required to disclose a wide range of financial interactions, including: -Cash withdrawals by directors or shareholders -Loans to and from participators -Outstanding debts -Dividend payments and other distributions T-ransfers of assets between the company and individuals. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about HMRC new reporting rules or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW HMRC’s New Reporting Rules for Small Businesses #HMRC new reporting rules
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HMRC’s New Reporting Rules for Small Businesses

HMRC Financial Institution Notices: What You Need to Know For many taxpayers, the first sign of an HMRC compliance check is a letter, a phone call, or a request for information. But HMRC’s information-gathering powers have evolved, and in some cases, HMRC can now obtain relevant financial data quickly and directly from banks and other financial institutions. What is a Financial Institution Notice? One of the most significant tools in that shift is the Financial Institution Notice (FIN). Introduced in 2021, a FIN allows HMRC to require specified information or documents from a financial institution without tribunal approval or the taxpayer’s prior agreement (although HMRC must usually provide the taxpayer with a copy of the notice and a summary of the reasons).Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about Financial Institution Notices or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW financial institution notice - Financial Institution Notice (FIN)
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HMRC’s Allowance Reordering. - Tax Allowance Allocation Rules From April 2027, a little-known technical change will come into force, one that could quietly cost you thousands in extra tax. A subtle change to how HMRC personal allowance 2027 is applied could have an impact on what you pay in tax. For years, most taxpayers haven’t needed to worry about how HMRC divides up their personal allowance across different types of income. However, that changes from April 2027. Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about HMRC Allowance Reordering or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW HMRC Allowance Reordering - personal tax allowance rules
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HMRC Allowance Reordering - personal tax allowance rules

Wilkins Southworth Chartered Certified Accountants offers expert accountancy, auditing, and tax advisory services for businesses, organisations, and individuals. As registered auditors and tax specialists, they provide thorough financial assessments and strategic tax planning for companies and individuals. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. Business Tax and Property Tax Articles and Videos Chris Wilkins is often invited to write tax and accounting articles for magazines, journals and trade publications. https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles-seminars/overview/ Visit this section for a selection of articles that have been published in recent years. 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 about this or other Tax and Accounting issues, please drop us a line via our website contact section: https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/contact-us 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲. Wilkins Southworth Telephone: 020 8878 3949 E-mail: cw@wilkinssouthworth.co.uk **Property, Tax and Business articles** https://wilkinssouthworth.co.uk/articles/ For more information please visit https://www.wilkinssouthworth.co.uk Wilkins Southworth 10-12 High Street, Barnes, London SW13 9LW
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