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24/06/2026

Many homeowners are asset-rich but income-poor in retirement.

While many people would consider cutting spending, downsizing, or working longer, relatively few are looking at ways to unlock the value tied up in their property.

There are some interesting stats in our latest web article: 🔗 https://www.lambert-chapman.co.uk/blog/pw-news/housing-wealth-and-retirement-shortfalls/

Retirement planning is about understanding all the options available to you and making informed decisions for the future. If you'd like to discuss your retirement plans and financial wellbeing, get in touch with our team today.

23/06/2026

Giving to charity is often driven by values rather than tax planning, but the tax treatment still matters.
Used properly, the available reliefs can make a donation go further, lower your tax bill, or both.

Read our guide 🔗 https://www.lambert-chapman.co.uk/blog/giving-to-charity-tax-reliefs-you-can-use/

Giving to charity: Tax reliefs you can use 28 Apr 2026 | Inheritance Tax and Estate Planning Guide, Personal Tax Planning Guide, Publication Giving to charity is often driven by values rather than tax planning, but the tax treatment still matters. Used properly, the available reliefs can make a dona...

22/06/2026

Selling online? Your records matter more than ever

If you run an e-commerce business, keeping accurate, structured records isn’t just good practice - it’s essential. With digital platforms now sharing seller data directly with HMRC, inconsistencies are far easier to spot.

Read our free guide 🔗 https://www.lambert-chapman.co.uk/blog/e-commerce-record-keeping-and-hmrc-reporting/

E-commerce record-keeping and HMRC reporting 25 Mar 2026 | Publication, Self Assessment Online selling can scale quickly. That’s good for revenue, but it puts pressure on records, VAT decisions and how you report e-commerce activity to HMRC. It also changes how your transactions “look” on pape...

19/06/2026

Pensions remain one of the most tax-efficient ways to save for the long term.

They can help reduce taxable income, support business owners’ extraction planning, and build retirement wealth in a structured way.

We have produced a guide covering some practical steps to keep your pension planning on track.

🔗 https://www.lambert-chapman.co.uk/blog/pension-allowances/

This guide sets out the main pension allowance checks to make, where tax charges tend to arise, and how to build a simple review process before contributions are paid.

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

There’s still time to sign up to our Tax Investigations Service for the 2026/27 cover period, giving you peace of mind that if HMRC comes knocking, you won’t face a big bill for defending yourself.

Read more 🔗 https://www.lambert-chapman.co.uk/blog/protect-yourself-from-the-cost-of-an-hmrc-investigation-with-our-tax-investigations-service/

Protect yourself from the cost of an HMRC Investigation with our Tax Investigations Service 28 Apr 2026 | Firm News, Self Assessment, Tax Investigation Service There’s still time to sign up to our Tax Investigations Service for the 2026/27 cover period, giving you peace of mind that if HMRC comes ...

17/06/2026

Here is everything you need to know about the new 55p per mile rate and how it affects you.
🔗 https://www.lambert-chapman.co.uk/blog/payroll-team-update-changes-to-mileage-claims/

Payroll team update: Changes to mileage claims 16 Jun 2026 | Firm News, Payroll Since April 2011, the HMRC-approved mileage claim was 45p per mile. There have been many calls over the years for this to be reviewed and increased. The cost of living has increased for all of us, including the cost of p...

17/06/2026

📢 We're Hiring: Tax Assistant

Looking to start your career in tax with a leading firm of chartered accountants?

We're looking for a Tax Assistant to join our growing tax team, based in Braintree. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, organised and keen to develop their technical expertise.

You'll gain hands-on experience, receive ongoing professional support, and become part of a collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional client service. Whether you're looking to take the next step in your tax career or build a strong foundation within a respected practice, we'd love to hear from you.

All the details: https://www.lambert-chapman.co.uk/blog/tax-assistant-2/

Looking for an entry level position to start your accountancy career? Join us as a Tax Assistant

17/06/2026

There must be something in the air... 💜

We're delighted to share that both Adil and Nicola have recently welcomed new additions to their families!

Congratulations to Adil and his wife on the arrival of their baby girl, and to Nicola and her husband on the arrival of their baby boy.

Wishing you all a lifetime of love, happiness and unforgettable moments as you begin this exciting new chapter. From everyone at Lambert Chapman, congratulations! 👶✨

12/06/2026