Cockburn Franklin Accountants

Cockburn Franklin Accountants Small Accounting Business Cockburn Franklin are a dynamic accountancy and tax practice specialising in helping small businesses and tax payers.

Since we only work with small businesses and not large corporate entities, our services are tailored to meet the specific needs of the small business sector. We understand that dealing with the tax authorities can be a daunting prospect to the small business. We are approachable, professional and objective and will put you at ease and take away your accountancy and taxation worries and concerns.

Pension tax relief could boost your retirement pot by up to 45%! Curious about how tapping into your allowances today mi...
09/06/2026

Pension tax relief could boost your retirement pot by up to 45%! Curious about how tapping into your allowances today might pay off tomorrow? Find out why tax benefits matter now.

Pensions remain one of the most tax-efficient ways to save for retirement, due to a range of tax reliefs and allowances that can help boost retirement savings.

Alert for landlords: Your rental income may be taxed on profit, not rent received, with several allowances and reliefs t...
08/06/2026

Alert for landlords: Your rental income may be taxed on profit, not rent received, with several allowances and reliefs to consider. Find out why this matters and how to make the most of your deductions. Read on to sharpen your tax knowledge today.

If you receive income from renting out property, it is important to understand your tax obligations and the reliefs that may be available. Rental income is generally taxable, although landlords can deduct certain allowable expenses before calculating the amount of tax due.

Alert for couples: You might be overlooking a tax break that could save you up to £252 this tax year. If one partner ear...
08/06/2026

Alert for couples: You might be overlooking a tax break that could save you up to £252 this tax year. If one partner earns less, transferring your allowance is simpler than you think. Find out if you qualify and how to claim backdated payments from HMRC. Read on to see if this applies to you.

Many married couples and civil partners could be missing out on valuable tax savings available by claiming the Marriage Allowance. If your circumstances are suitable, this is a reminder to consider the Marriage Allowance, as a simple claim could reduce your tax bill by up to £252 during the 2026-27...

Alert: If you've gifted your home but still live there rent-free, it could still count as part of your estate for Inheri...
05/06/2026

Alert: If you've gifted your home but still live there rent-free, it could still count as part of your estate for Inheritance Tax. Curious how paying market rent changes the game? Read on to find out why this matters now.

Most lifetime gifts are treated as potentially exempt transfers (PETs) for Inheritance Tax (IHT) purposes. In general, these gifts become fully exempt if the donor survives for seven years after making the transfer. If death occurs within seven years, the gift may become chargeable, with taper relie...

Alert for employers: small gifts up to £50 can be tax-free if you tick the right boxes. It's about goodwill, not rewards...
04/06/2026

Alert for employers: small gifts up to £50 can be tax-free if you tick the right boxes. It's about goodwill, not rewards. Find out why your Christmas treats might not cost extra tax.

Employers looking to provide staff with small gifts or seasonal tokens of appreciation should remember the rules for tax-free trivial benefits.

Key person insurance could affect your business taxes in surprising ways. Are your policies set up to maximise benefits?...
03/06/2026

Key person insurance could affect your business taxes in surprising ways. Are your policies set up to maximise benefits? Find out why this matters now and what could change for your company's bottom line. Read on to learn more.

Many businesses take out “key person” insurance policies to protect against the financial impact of losing an important employee, director or other individual who is central to the success of the business. These policies may provide cover for death, critical illness, sickness, accident or injury...

VAT choices for property can lock you in for 20 years and impact your finances in unexpected ways. Got linked buildings ...
02/06/2026

VAT choices for property can lock you in for 20 years and impact your finances in unexpected ways. Got linked buildings or extensions? Read on to find out why this matters.

The option to tax is a VAT election that allows businesses to treat supplies of most non-residential land and buildings as taxable rather than VAT exempt. Once an option to tax is made, supplies in relation to that property are generally subject to VAT at the standard rate.

Fuel costs are changing for drivers and hauliers alike. Discover what the new government measures mean for your wallet a...
02/06/2026

Fuel costs are changing for drivers and hauliers alike. Discover what the new government measures mean for your wallet and journeys ahead. Read on to see how these adjustments could ease the pinch at the pump and on the road.

The government has announced a package of measures intended to help motorists and businesses manage rising fuel costs following disruption linked to the conflict in Iran.

Alert: If you expect your income tax to drop next year, you could reduce your payments on account and ease the strain. W...
01/06/2026

Alert: If you expect your income tax to drop next year, you could reduce your payments on account and ease the strain. Wondering how to claim? Find out why it might be worth checking your payment on account status now.

Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to make payments on account to pay their Income Tax liabilities. These are paid in two instalments, the first on 31 January during the tax year and the second on 31 July following the end of the tax year. A final balancing payment (or repayment) is then...

Mileage pay just got a boost! From 6 April, approved mileage rates for cars and vans have risen to 55p per mile for the ...
01/06/2026

Mileage pay just got a boost! From 6 April, approved mileage rates for cars and vans have risen to 55p per mile for the first 10,000 miles. If you use your own vehicle for work, this could mean more money in your pocket. Curious how this affects you and the rules around mileage allowances? Read on to find out more.

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves updated Parliament on 21 May 2026 on the Government’s economic response to the war in Iran and the wider measures being taken to support households and businesses with rising cost pressures. One of the measures announced was an increase in approved mi...

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