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# Maclean Carmichael Ltd T/A MCL Accountants: MCL Accountants are a chartered certified accountancy firm based in Essex with over 150 years of combined experience. We provide a comprehensive suite of services, including accounts preparation, bookkeeping, VAT returns, tax compliance, business planning, payroll, HR support, international trade advice and HMRC investigation defence.

We also support landlords and self-employed individuals with MTD ITSA solutions to help them comply with the new Making Tax Digital legislation coming into effect from April 2026.

Whether you are a small business, contractor, landlord or individual, MCL Accountants work with you to reduce tax, simplify your finances and free your time to focus on growth.

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## Posts
- [New Dividend Reporting Rules from the 2025/26 Tax Year](https://mcl.accountants/news/new-dividend-reporting-rules/): From April 2025, directors must report detailed dividend information on Self-Assessment tax returns. Learn what’s changing and how to prepare.
- [Making Tax Digital for Income Tax will be Applicable from 6 April 2026](https://mcl.accountants/news/mtd-income-tax-april-2026/): Making Tax Digital for Income Tax begins April 2026, requiring self-employed individuals and landlords to comply with digital tax reporting rules.
- [Overpaid PAYE Tax: How Can Employers Claim a Refund](https://mcl.accountants/news/overpaid-paye-tax-claim/): Discover how employers can claim a refund on overpaid PAYE tax, including eligibility, required documents, and submission methods via HMRC.
- [MTD for ITSA from 6 April 2026: Key Requirements Explained](https://mcl.accountants/news/mtd-for-itsa-april-2026/): From April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax requires landlords and self-employed individuals to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates.
- [Autumn Budget 2024: Key Points at a Glance](https://mcl.accountants/news/autumn-budget-2024/): Autumn Budget 2024 was delivered by the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves on Wednesday, 30th October where she announced tax rises worth £40bn.
- [PAYE Employment Expenses – HMRC will Require Evidence from Taxpayers](https://mcl.accountants/news/paye-employment-expenses-evidence/): From 14 October 2024, HMRC requires taxpayers to provide evidence for PAYE employment expense claims using a P87 form, with digital claims resuming in 2025.
- [Are Any Funds Lost Through Fraud Tax Deductible](https://mcl.accountants/news/funds-lost-through-fraud-tax-deductible/): Are any funds lost through fraud Tax deductible is a question that comes up often these days due to the growing number of online scams & frauds.
- [Non-resident Company Landlord with UK Property](https://mcl.accountants/news/non-resident-company-landlord/): Non-resident company landlord with UK property may be able to receive rental income with no tax deducted. Click to find out more.
- [Tax Rises in October Budget – Starmer Warns of ‘Painful’ Budget](https://mcl.accountants/news/tax-rises-in-october-budget/): Tax rises in October Budget has been a frequently asked question by our clients since the prime minister, Keir Starmer warned that the October Budget will be 'painful'.
- [Changes to the Taxation of non-UK Domiciled Individuals](https://mcl.accountants/news/taxation-of-non-uk-domiciled-individuals/): Changes to the taxation of non-UK domiciled individuals were announced by the new Chancellor in the Economic statement on 29 July 2024.
- [How to Choose an Accountant or a Tax Agent](https://mcl.accountants/news/how-to-choose-an-accountant/): Learn how to choose an accountant or tax agent, ensuring they're the right fit, as you're still responsible for your own tax affairs.
- [National Insurance Relief in UK Freeport or Investment Zone Special Tax Sites](https://mcl.accountants/news/national-insurance-relief/): National Insurance relief in UK Freeport or Investment Zone special tax sites is available to businesses that operate a business premises in a special tax site.
- [VAT on Private School Fees: Navigating the Complexities and Uncertainties](https://mcl.accountants/news/vat-on-private-school-fees/): VAT on private school fees will be imposed by a Labour government as soon as practically possible should they win the next general election on 4th July.
- [Scam Letters Impersonating Companies House](https://mcl.accountants/news/scam-letters-impersonating-companies-house/): Scam letters impersonating Companies House have recently been received by clients who have set up new limited companies. Click to learn more.
- [Student or Postgraduate Loan Repayments](https://mcl.accountants/news/student-postgraduate-loan-repayments/): Student or postgraduate loan repayments are calculated as 9% of your total Self Assessment (SA) income above the threshold of your repayment plan type.
- [Taxation Changes from 6 April 2025 for Non-UK Domiciled Individuals](https://mcl.accountants/news/taxation-changes-non-uk-domiciled-individuals/): Taxation changes for non-UK domiciled individuals will see the current remittance basis of taxation abolished for UK resident non-domiciled individuals
- [How to Apply for a Repayment of SDLT After Sale of Main Home](https://mcl.accountants/news/apply-for-repayment-of-sdlt/): You can apply for a repayment of SDLT after sale of main home if you paid the higher rates of SDLT when you purchased your new home. Click to learn more.
- [Personal Tax Changes from 6 April 2024](https://mcl.accountants/news/personal-tax-changes-april-2024/): Personal tax changes from 6 April 2024 will see the dividend allowance slashed, employee NICs cut and the high income child benefit cap raised.
- [UK Company Size Thresholds Increase](https://mcl.accountants/news/uk-company-size-thresholds-increase/): UK Company size thresholds increase has been announced for financial years starting on or after 1 October 2024. Click through to learn more.
- [Individual Savings Account ISA Reforms 2024](https://mcl.accountants/news/isa-reforms-2024/): ISA reforms 2024 come into effect from 06th April 2024 and we have summarised the changes in this article.
- [Spring Budget 2024: Key Points at a Glance](https://mcl.accountants/news/spring-budget-2024/): Spring Budget 2024: Chancellor's pre-election budget focuses on tax system reforms for simplicity, fairness, economic alignment and supporting public finances.
- [Companies House Fees Will Increase from 1 May 2024](https://mcl.accountants/news/companies-house-fees-increase-2024/): From 1st May 2024, Companies House fees will soar, with online company incorporation hitting £50, and confirmation statement filings at £34
- [Pension Lifetime Allowance – Frequently Asked Questions](https://mcl.accountants/news/pension-lifetime-allowance-faq/): HMRC have released their pension lifetime allowance newsletter for Feb 2024 which contains answers for some of the most frequently asked questions.
- [Letter from HMRC About Undeclared Dividend Payments](https://mcl.accountants/news/letter-hmrc-undeclared-dividend-payments/): Business owners received a letter from HMRC last week about the need to potentially declare undeclared dividend income.
- [Holiday Pay Reforms from 1 Jan 2024](https://mcl.accountants/news/holiday-pay-reforms-january-2024/): Holiday Pay reforms from 1 Jan 2024 simplify holiday entitlement and holiday pay calculations in the Working Time Regulations.
- [Abolition of the LTA – New Lifetime Limits & FAQs](https://mcl.accountants/news/abolition-of-the-lta/): Explore key information on the abolition of the LTA, including its impacts and HMRC's upcoming clarifications through newsletters and workshops.
- [Cryptoassets Tax Return Filing Deadline – Reminder for Crypto Investors](https://mcl.accountants/news/cryptoassets-tax-return-filing-deadline/): Cryptoassets users have been urged by HMRC to avoid potential penalties and check if they need to complete a SA tax return for the 2022 to 2023 tax year.
- [How to Claim a Tax Refund in the Current Tax Year?](https://mcl.accountants/news/how-to-claim-tax-refund/): Learn how to claim a refund if you have paid too much Income Tax on a flexibly accessed pension payment.
- [Side Hustle Tax: Everything You Need to Know](https://mcl.accountants/news/side-hustle-tax/): Side Hustle Tax refers to the new rules from 1 January 2024 which simply mean that online platforms will have to collect and send information to HMRC.
- [How to Claim a VAT Refund if You Are Exempt from VAT](https://mcl.accountants/news/claim-vat-refund-if-you-are-exempt-from-vat/): You can use HMRC online service VAT126 to claim back VAT if you're exempt from it as a local authority, academy, public body or eligible charity.
- [HMRC Letter: Your Income from Short-term Property Letting](https://mcl.accountants/news/hmrc-letter-income-from-short-term-property-letting/): HMRC letter has been sent out this week based on the information that HMRC have been provided by letting agents and online platforms such as Airbnb.
- [VAT Annual Accounting Scheme – How to Join, Return & Payment Deadlines](https://mcl.accountants/news/vat-annual-accounting-scheme/): VAT Annual Accounting Scheme allows businesses to submit 1 VAT return a year. Click to learn more about how to join, the return and payment deadlines.
- [How to Deal with the Estate of Someone Who has Died](https://mcl.accountants/news/estate-of-someone-who-has-died/): How to deal with the estate of someone who's died is a frequently asked question by the executors of an estate as part of their administrative responsibilities.
- [VAT on Furnished Holiday Lettings](https://mcl.accountants/news/vat-on-furnished-holiday-lettings/): VAT on Furnished Holiday Lettings is based on the same VAT treatment as hotel accommodation, B&Bs etc. and is subject to VAT at the standard rate.
- [NI Rate Cut for Employees & Self-Employed](https://mcl.accountants/news/ni-rate-cut-for-employees-self-employed/): National insurance will be cut for 29 million workers - two million of them self-employed - Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced in the autumn statement.
- [Negligible Value Claims and Agreements: What It Is & How to Make a Claim](https://mcl.accountants/news/negligible-value-claims-agreements/): Find out how to make a negligible value claim for unquoted shares, and check if shares formerly quoted on the London Stock Exchange now have negligible value.
- [VAT on Goods Exported from the UK](https://mcl.accountants/news/vat-on-goods-exported-from-the-uk/): VAT on goods exported from the UK: Essential information on taxation, compliance, and procedures for businesses engaged in international trade.
- [Small Companies Will Now be Required to File Profit and Loss Figures](https://mcl.accountants/news/small-companies-file-profit-loss-figures/): Small Companies will now be required to File Profit and Loss Figures to ensure that key information such as turnover is available on the public register.
- [How to Account for VAT on Vehicles That You Use for Your Business](https://mcl.accountants/news/how-to-account-for-vat-on-vehicles/): How to account for VAT on vehicles and fuel you use for your business is a relevant article for anyone who’s registered for VAT and is charged VAT on motoring expenses.
- [How to Set up as Self-employed or Sole Trader](https://mcl.accountants/news/set-up-self-employed/): How to set up as a self-employed or sole trader is one of the FAQs by our clients who are looking to start their own business. Click through to learn more!
- [Corporation Tax and Associated Companies](https://mcl.accountants/news/corporation-tax-associated-companies/): Corporation tax and Associated companies is a frequently asked question by clients who own or control more than 1 company. Click through to learn more.
- [Landlords Using Hybrid Partnerships – HMRC’s View](https://mcl.accountants/news/hybrid-partnerships/): People who use these arrangements may have to pay more than the tax they tried to avoid as well as paying interest, penalties and high fees. Learn more!
- [HMRC Compliance Checks on Businesses Registered for Money Laundering Supervision](https://mcl.accountants/news/hmrc-compliance-checks-money-laundering-supervision/): HMRC compliance checks on businesses registered for money laundering supervision are carried out to ensure that you’re complying with the regulations.
- [Deadline for Registering for Self Assessment is 5 October](https://mcl.accountants/news/deadline-registering-self-assessment/): You must tell HMRC by 5 October if you need to complete a tax return and have not sent one before. You could be fined if you do not. Click through to learn more!
- [How to Obtain Overlap Relief Figure from HMRC?](https://mcl.accountants/news/overlap-relief-figure/): Overlap Relief can be used in the 2023 to 2024 tax year if your accounting end date:
- [HMRC Has Reopened Self-assessment Helpline](https://mcl.accountants/news/hmrc-sa-helpline-reopened/): The three-month closure of the HMRC self-assessment helpline underlines the resourcing problems at HMRC and it was a  ‘massive inconvenience’ for taxpayers.
- [ULEZ Fees: Tax-deductible Expense for Sole Traders](https://mcl.accountants/news/ulez-fees-tax-deductible-sole-traders/): ULEZ fees are a tax-deductible expense for sole traders and self-employed taxpayers when they submit annual tax returns for business-related journeys.
- [Non-resident Landlords Scheme (NRLS) – How to Apply?](https://mcl.accountants/news/non-resident-landlords-scheme/): Non-resident Landlords Scheme allows non-resident landlords to apply to HMRC for approval to receive rental income with no tax deducted.
- [VAT on Payments Made on Behalf of Customers – Disbursement vs Recharges](https://mcl.accountants/news/vat-on-disbursement/): VAT on payments made on behalf of customers has to be ascertained based on whether it's a disbursement or a recharge of costs to the client. Click to learn more.
- [How to Request a Certificate of Residence from HMRC?](https://mcl.accountants/news/how-to-request-certificate-of-residence/): How to request a Certificate of Residence from HMRC has been one of the most frequently asked questions by clients these days. Click to learn more!

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- [Transport & Logistics Accountants in Southend, Essex](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/transport-logistics-accountants/): Specialist Transport & Logistics Accounting Services
- [Retail & E-commerce Accountants in Southend](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/retail-ecommerce-accountants/): Specialist Retail & E-commerce Accounting Services
- [Accountants for Technology & Digital Businesses Southend](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/technology-digital-accountants/): Specialist Accounting for Technology & Digital Businesses
- [Construction & Trades Accountants in Southend-on-Sea, Essex](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/construction-accountants/): Specialist Construction & Trades Accounting Services
- [Hospitality Accountants in Southend, Essex | Restaurants, Cafes, Pubs](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/hospitality-accountants/): Specialist Hospitality & Leisure Accounting Services
- [Homepage 2026 (April)](https://mcl.accountants/): Our accountants in Southend-on-Sea combine smart, efficient processes with proactive, forward-thinking advice to make your financial life simpler, clearer and far more effective. Working behind the scenes, our team reduces admin, improves accuracy and gives you the confidence that everything is fully under control. Select a service to see how we streamline your workload, strengthen your decision-making and uncover new opportunities for meaningful, sustainable growth.
- [Accountants for Professional Services in Southend, Essex](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/professional-services-accountants/): Specialist Accounting for Professional Services
- [Real Estate & Property Accountants in Essex](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/property-accountants/): Specialist Property & Real Estate Accounting
- [Accountants for Medical & Healthcare Professionals](https://mcl.accountants/sectors/medical-healthcare-accountants/): At MCL Accountants, we provide dedicated accounting and tax services for medical and healthcare professionals across Southend-on-Sea & Essex. Our experienced healthcare accountants help doctors, dentists, therapists, and healthcare businesses stay compliant, reduce administrative burden, and manage their finances with confidence. Whether you operate as a sole practitioner, partnership, or limited company, our team provides clear, practical advice tailored to the specific financial challenges of the healthcare sector.
- [Accountants for Landlords & Property Investors](https://mcl.accountants/businesses/landlords-accountants/): From mortgage interest relief restrictions and Capital Gains Tax reporting to Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, landlords and property investors face increasing pressure to keep accurate records and meet strict HMRC deadlines.
- [Accountants for Growing Businesses & Scale-Ups](https://mcl.accountants/businesses/scale-ups-accountants/): Proactive accounting support for ambitious businesses - stronger reporting, smarter tax planning, and finance insight that helps you scale with confidence.
- [Startup Business Accountants](https://mcl.accountants/businesses/startup-business-accountants/): Specialist Startup Accounting Services
- [Accountants for Freelancers & Contractors](https://mcl.accountants/businesses/accountants-for-freelancers-contractors/): Freelancers and contractors often deal with irregular income, multiple clients, tight HMRC deadlines and complex tax rules. Whether you're a self-employed freelancer or a contractor operating through a limited company, staying compliant while managing your cash flow can quickly become time-consuming.
- [Small Business Accountants](https://mcl.accountants/businesses/small-business-accountants/): Accounting Services for Small Businesses
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- [Limited Company Accountants](https://mcl.accountants/businesses/limited-company-accountants/): Running a limited company comes with clear responsibilities - from statutory accounts and corporation tax to payroll, VAT and ongoing compliance. MCL Accountants provide dedicated accounting services for limited companies across Southend-on-Sea and the wider Essex area, helping directors stay compliant, tax-efficient and in control of their finances.
- [Businesses](https://mcl.accountants/businesses/): Our approach is simple: we combine technical expertise, clear advice and proactive support to help businesses stay compliant, manage tax efficiently and make informed decisions with confidence. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, we align our services with the specific requirements of each business structure ensuring you receive the right level of support at every stage.
- [MTD ITSA Solution for Landlords and Sole Traders](https://mcl.accountants/services/mtd-for-itsa/): Complete digital tax compliance made simple, stress-free and fully managed
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