James talks about a universal credit point, when someone who is an "employee" of their ltd co (for HMRC purposes) may yet be "self employed" for DWP purposes.We then discuss the extension to the furlough scheme, and James shares a draft lette

New Microphone - Challenger Banks and Travel Money - two brief coronavirus updates

May 4th, 2020 15m 54s

First episode with new Rode microphone. In this episode James refers to two updates today regarding the pandemic:bounce back loans - see https://www.british-business-bank.co.uk/ourpartners/coronavirus-business-interruption-loan-schemes/bounc

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme - Direction

Apr 18th, 2020 21m 4s

James talks about the CJRS ministerial direction from Rishi Sunak to HMRC, and the other announcements from last week.James also suggests some matters that may have the potential to be the source of future employment tribunal cases.

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Detailed Guidance and New Tax Year Points

Apr 6th, 2020 17m 57s

James talks about the recently-issued guidance to this scheme, which clarifies a number of points.He also mentions some changes as a result of being in the 2020/2021 tax year.

ISAs (last day of the tax year)

Apr 5th, 2020 12m 11s

A brief chat around the different types of ISA, and in particlular a reminder to subscribers that tonight is the last day of the fiscal.

Support for Businesses and People

Mar 27th, 2020 16m 29s

James gives an overview of the support available at this time:Small business grant fundinggrants for retail/leisurebusiness interruption loan schemedeferring HMRC paymentsstatutory sick payfurlough leaveself-employed income supportJ

Chaos and Disarray

Mar 17th, 2020 13m 39s

James gives some comments on the current state of play of coronavirus, some snippets from last weeks' budget, and gives updates (which have made previous podcast content already out of date) on statutory sick pay and IR35.

Coronavirus - statutory sick pay changes

Mar 6th, 2020 12m 32s

Chartered Management Accountant James gives some thoughts around the terrible pandemic that is coronavirus

Capital Gains Tax Changes April 2020

Feb 26th, 2020 17m 17s

James explains the changes to capital gains tax that take effect on 6th April 2020, and suggestions to mitigate their effect in respect of those who own investment properties in which they have previously lived.

High Speed Two

Feb 11th, 2020 6m 15s

In this special episode, James gives some thoughts around the HS2 project which has been given the go-ahead in full.

IR35 and off-payroll working

Feb 5th, 2020 15m 56s

In this episode, Chartered Management Accountant James talks about some of the changes happening to IR35 in April.

The Green Pound

Jan 29th, 2020 11m 55s

Chartered Management Accountant James gives his perspective on the green pound - veganism, vegetarianism, ethical investing and recycling and sustainability

Property - some thoughts for people starting out

Jan 22nd, 2020 23m 32s

In this episode, chartered management accountant James Fairchild gives some thoughts aimed at the budding property investor.James covers the rent a room allowance of £7,500, the property allowance of £1,000 as well as some thoughts for peop

Apprenticeships

Jan 15th, 2020 20m

Chartered Management Accountant James gives information around apprenticeships and how they can benefit businesses across all sectors.He explains the Apprenticeship Levy, implores businesses to increase the wage of their apprentice beyond t

Tips for your Tax Return

Jan 8th, 2020 22m 33s

Chartered Management Accountant James gives some points to consider when completing your tax return, with tips aimed at everyone, and then some specific points for employees, the self-employed, property investors and around pensions.

Electric cars and their financial benefits and incentives

Jan 1st, 2020 16m 44s

Chartered management accountant James gives some pointers to consider when making a new vehicle decision, particularly around the incentives and support that is available whether to businesses or private purchasers of electric vehicles.

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