Brown Butler Chartered Accountants

Breathing space for today and fresh hope for the future - that is the tagline of the 2026 Autumn Budget. Is hope enough to get your business through the next year? Get in touch with our team for post-Budget support. #LeedsBusinesses

September saw another IHT record broken. With the rising value of assets, frozen nil-rate bands and pensions soon to be included in the taxable estate, you may be more exposed to IHT than you might think. Read more: ow.ly/mw3K51028sB #InheritanceTax

With Halloween just around the corner, we celebrated with a raffle for a spooky Halloween hamper 🎃 As a result of our hamper, dress down day and bakeathon, we raised over £500 for CATCH Leeds… taking a total raised for this year to an incredible £3053.12.

Want to find out how today's #AutumnBudget impacts you? The #Chancellor spoke about the cost of living crisis and announced measures to offer “breathing space” and “hope” to businesses and individuals alike. Learn more in our summary: ow.ly/1rmt5101Qyt

#Chancellor, John Healey, announced the #AutumnBudget earlier today and spoke about how the 5p fuel duty cut and freeze will be extended until 1 July 2027 as well as how the NLW and NMW will increase by 3.9%. Stay tuned to view our breakdown...

Beginning a side hustle to bulk up your bank balance ahead of Christmas? First, you need to understand the tax implications of doing so. Unsure of your obligations? Give our latest blog a read to find out more. Read more: ow.ly/Zf6k5101BKF #Tax #SideHustle

Is this the end of the controversial changes to P&L filings? If changes to red tape are being made, businesses need to know how they may affect them. Read more: ow.ly/aOBw5101fiT #Accountancy #CompaniesHouse

It is now two days until 28 October, more specifically, the Autumn Budget. With potential changes just around the corner, businesses and individuals need to be prepared. Need support? Our team are always here to help. #LeedsBusinesses

Campaign to reduce VAT for hospitality businesses to 10 per cent has gained more than 400,000 signatures, which have now been delivered to Downing Street. Improve your hospitality business’s profitability? Get in touch with our team to find out how we can help. #LeedsBusinesses

Did someone say Bakeathon 🧁 Our amazing team went all out, as they created a range of Halloween inspired cakes and they didn’t disappoint. As a result, we’re thrilled to share that this bakeathon raised £469.97 for CATCH Leeds!

There has been an increase in the amount of IHT paid on lifetime gifts, so are families getting it wrong? Understanding the rules surrounding lifetime gifts can help families use them effectively in their estate planning. Read more: ow.ly/p6F451007iB #InheritanceTax

Ever heard of a Keleven? It might work as a sitcom joke, but it is certainly not the way to balance your books. Want to understand why keeping your books in order matters? Look at our latest blog: ow.ly/757650ZZB5A #BalancingBooks #HMRC

Are workers being paid enough and can businesses afford to keep giving more? With the #RealLivingWage being announced last week and the #AutumnBudget coming next week, businesses are left wondering how to afford increased employment costs. Read more: ow.ly/lzs750ZZeak

Ahead of the Autumn Budget on 28 October, headlines have focused on heightened tax on banks and changes to business rates. With uncertainty running rampant, don’t rely on fearmongering headlines. Contact an accountant for support with whatever comes in the Budget.

From April 2027, MTD for Income Tax will apply to sole traders and landlords with qualifying gross income over £30,000 in the 2025/2026 tax year. Don’t know where to start? Get in touch with our team for support. #LeedsBusinesses

Recently, some of the Brown Butler team attended DFK’s UK&I Annual & Emerging Leaders Conference in Liverpool! It was a great few days filled with networking and collaborative workshops. We can’t wait to attend again next year!

For business owners juggling lots of responsibilities, a helping hand from their children can go a long way. This can allow the children to build practical skills and some potential tax benefits for the business. Read more: ow.ly/VTh250ZXYmg #FamilyBusiness #Tax

With just six months to go until Making Tax Digital (#MTD) for #IncomeTax expands to over one million more taxpayers, now is the time to get ready. Are you clear on what you need to do? Read our latest blog to learn more: ow.ly/t5Ih50ZXwjy

Pension pots are being abandoned by an increasing number of Gen Z workers, as the immediate need for money beats out the prospect of a comfortable retirement. Employers need to know how this will impact their #payroll obligations. Read more: ow.ly/M90750ZX42t

With the Autumn Budget approaching on 28 October, now is the time for business owners to review their plans and prepare for any potential changes. Need advice on how to get ready? Get in touch with our team. #LeedsBusinesses