Strike Off a Company Online: Steps to Take and Mistakes to Avoid
You may be ready to move on from your company and want a simple, tidy way to close it. Striking off online can work well, but it needs care. Timing and eligibility matter, and small errors can cause objections or delays. If debts are involved, the process can stall or be reversed later. A little […]
Business Overdraft Withdrawn: Immediate Steps for Directors
If your bank has had your business overdraft withdrawn, it can feel sudden and final. Payments bounce. Cash dries up. Pressure rises. What can your business do now? The good news is that you still have options. The key is to act quickly, stay calm, and follow a clear plan. We’ll explain why banks take […]
CRAR Notice from Your Landlord? How Directors Can Respond
A landlord’s letter warning of a CRAR notice can feel like the ground has shifted under your feet. The good news is that CRAR runs on strict rules. There are defined notice periods before anyone can attend, only certificated enforcement agents can act, and there are clear limits on what can be recovered. Handled calmly […]
Close a Company with Business Rates Debt: Director’s Guide
If business rates arrears are piling up and pressure is mounting, you’re not alone. It is still possible to close a company with business rates debt, and there are clear, regulated steps that protect you while bringing the business to an orderly end. At Anderson Brookes, we are licensed insolvency practitioners who guide you through […]
DS01 Objection From HMRC: What Happens Next
You filed form DS01 to close your company. Then a notice arrived. HMRC has objected. A DS01 objection pauses the strike off and raises questions about tax returns, outstanding liabilities, and what to do next. It is common, especially where Corporation Tax, VAT or PAYE is overdue. You are not alone and you still have […]
How Debentures Affect Your Options When Your Company Is in Debt
A debenture can change everything for a company in debt. When a lender holds a debenture, they have a secured interest over your assets. That gives them more power than other creditors and can directly affect what happens if your business falls into financial difficulty. Understanding debentures is vital if you want to keep control […]
Corporation Tax Arrears: Interest, Penalties, Time to Pay and Enforcement Explained for SMEs
Falling behind on corporation tax can feel overwhelming. Letters arrive, interest starts to build, and it’s not always clear what HMRC will do next or how to get breathing space. You’re not alone, and there are structured routes to a practical solution. In this guide we explain exactly how corporation tax arrears work, the interest […]
HMRC Enforcement Visits And Controlled Goods Agreements: A Director’s Practical Day-Of Checklist
HMRC Enforcement Visits And Controlled Goods Agreements: A Director’s Practical Day-Of Checklist HMRC enforcement agents are at the door, or you have received a Notice of Enforcement and expect a visit. This guide shows what to do in the next 60 minutes, how Controlled Goods Agreements work, and how to protect essential assets while you […]
HMRC Time to Pay: The Cash-Flow Pack That Works
If you are worried about tax arrears, you are not alone. A Time to Pay arrangement lets you spread payments and protect cash while you steady the business. This guide explains the process in plain English. You will see what HMRC wants to see, how to build a simple 12 week cash flow, and what […]
PAYE and NIC Arrears: Dealing With RTI Penalties and Late Payment Interest Effectively
PAYE and NIC Arrears: Dealing With RTI Penalties and Late Payment Interest Effectively Falling behind on PAYE or National Insurance is more common than many employers expect. Tight cash flow, changing payroll details, and the pace of Real Time Information reporting can turn small slips into arrears that attract daily interest and repeated penalties. Left […]