HMRC scams


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Scammers Pretending To Be HMRC

Did you know that scammers are now using number spoofing to make your phone display ‘HMRC’ as the sender, instead of a phone number?
Phishing emails are now looking much more official by using the name of a genuine HMRC employee.

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A Tax Efficient Virtual Christmas Do

A smorgasboard of new phrases have bounced into our everday conversations this year – including virtual Christmas do. As we […]

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HMRC’s Let Property Campaign

HMRC’s Let Property Campaign is targeting landlords who may have unpaid tax. This would be as a result of failing to declare income from letting out residential property. The scheme is open to those that have multiple properties, single rentals, student rentals, or holiday lettings.

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How To Spot And Avoid HMRC Phishing Scams

As HMRC moves more of its services online, fraudsters are exploiting this transition by targeting taxpayers with fake emails. With an increasing number of phishing scams, HMRC has released updated guidance on how to recognise genuine contact from its agents.

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Final Countdown Towards Making Tax Digital

The steps you need to take to get ready for April 2019 will depend on what software you use currently. Many businesses will already be using accounting software that has been tested and approved by HMRC, in which case the steps needed for April 2019 will be minimal.

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Making Tax Digital – The Journey Continues

As advances in technology are harnessed by software developers, the future of accountancy will be less about Making Tax Digital and more about accountants acting as consultants through advising their clients about their business activities in real-time.

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What is the process of changing accountants?

Time for a change? Changing accountants is much easier than you think. It is akin to changing bank accounts – […]

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