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.

Alert: Did you know your charity donations could stretch much further with tax relief? Whether you give £1 or £1,000, th...
24/06/2026

Alert: Did you know your charity donations could stretch much further with tax relief? Whether you give £1 or £1,000, there's a way to boost your support without extra cost. Find out how Gift Aid and tax codes can maximise your impact – and who might claim even more back. Ready to make your money go that bit further? Read on to see how it works in everyday terms.

When you donate money to a charity or Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) under Gift Aid, the organisation can claim an extra 25p from HMRC for every £1 you give. This increases the value of your donation at no extra cost to you.

Tax codes aren't as straightforward as they seem. Did you know your tax code can change with new jobs, pensions, or bene...
23/06/2026

Tax codes aren't as straightforward as they seem. Did you know your tax code can change with new jobs, pensions, or benefits? Find out why that twist might affect your next payslip. Read on to see if your code is doing what it should.

Your tax code tells your employer or pension provider how much Income Tax to deduct from your pay. It is set by HMRC, and you may have a different code for each job or pension.

Alert: Selling shares or investments? Your profit might be taxed, but not all gains count. Find out what you need to wat...
22/06/2026

Alert: Selling shares or investments? Your profit might be taxed, but not all gains count. Find out what you need to watch for and how to stay ahead. Read on to understand what really matters when it comes to Capital Gains Tax.

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is a tax on the profit you make when you sell or dispose of an asset that has increased in value. It is the gain itself that is taxed, not the total amount you receive. For example, if you buy shares for £3,000 and sell them for £8,000, the taxable gain is £5,000.

Alert: Not all LLP members are taxed equally! Discover why some are treated like employees for tax and what it means for...
22/06/2026

Alert: Not all LLP members are taxed equally! Discover why some are treated like employees for tax and what it means for you. Find out why this matters now.

Members of a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) are normally treated as self-employed for tax purposes. However, special rules can apply where a member's terms of membership are more akin to the terms of an employee than a partner in a traditional partnership. These are known as salaried members.

Missed your self-assessment tax deadline? Penalties could stack up fast – from initial fines to daily charges. Find out ...
19/06/2026

Missed your self-assessment tax deadline? Penalties could stack up fast – from initial fines to daily charges. Find out why paying on time really matters and how to avoid unexpected costs. Read on to stay ahead.

If you are required to complete a self-assessment tax return, HMRC may charge penalties if you miss the deadline for making a filing or payment. 

Alert for UK businesses: Have you explored claiming R&D tax relief yet? It could open doors to investing in new tech and...
18/06/2026

Alert for UK businesses: Have you explored claiming R&D tax relief yet? It could open doors to investing in new tech and scientific advances. Find out why it matters for your company now and what counts as eligible projects. Read on to see if your innovation could qualify.

Research and Development (R&D) tax relief is designed to support companies that invest in innovation and seek to make advances in science or technology. The scheme offers businesses the ability to invest in new technologies and scientific development in exchange for generous tax reliefs. However, no...

Alert for sole traders and landlords: new income thresholds mean more people will need to join Making Tax Digital soon. ...
17/06/2026

Alert for sole traders and landlords: new income thresholds mean more people will need to join Making Tax Digital soon. It's essential to check your latest self-assessment and be ready. Want to know what this means for you? Read on to find out why it matters.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is being rolled out in stages for sole traders and landlords who complete self-assessment returns. Liability to register depends on the level of “qualifying income”, which includes income from self-employment and property.

Alert: Missing years on your National Insurance record could impact your State Pension. Could topping up with voluntary ...
17/06/2026

Alert: Missing years on your National Insurance record could impact your State Pension. Could topping up with voluntary contributions be worth it? Find out why you should check your NI credits and pension forecast before deciding. Read on to see if this applies to you.

Many people are unaware that gaps in their National Insurance (NI) record can affect their entitlement to the State Pension and certain state benefits. In some cases, it may be worthwhile to consider making voluntary NI contributions to fill these gaps.

Alert for property owners: If you hold high-value UK homes through companies or certain partnerships, you could be facin...
16/06/2026

Alert for property owners: If you hold high-value UK homes through companies or certain partnerships, you could be facing a tax charge based on the property's worth. Curious to see where your property fits in? Read on to discover the current thresholds and what this means for you.

The Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) is a charge that applies to certain high-value residential properties held by non-natural persons (NNPs). It is designed to ensure that residential properties held through corporate or similar structures are subject to an annual tax charge where their val...

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