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Plain-English guides to UK Corporation Tax and CT600 filing.

22 February 2026

12 Common CT600 Mistakes That Cost Directors Money (And How to Avoid Them)

Filing your own CT600? Avoid these 12 costly mistakes that catch first-time filers. From wrong accounting periods to missed reliefs — save time and tax.

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22 February 2026

First Year Corporation Tax: What New Limited Companies Need to Know

Just incorporated? Here's your complete guide to corporation tax in your first year — registration, deadlines, what to file, and how to pay.

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22 February 2026

How to Pay Corporation Tax: Complete HMRC Payment Guide 2025/26

Step-by-step guide to paying your corporation tax bill. Covers all payment methods, deadlines, payment references, and what happens if you pay late.

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22 February 2026

How to Amend a CT600 Tax Return: Correcting Mistakes After Filing

Made an error on your CT600? Learn how to amend your corporation tax return within the 12-month deadline, what changes HMRC allows, and the step-by-step process.

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22 February 2026

HMRC Free Filing Is Ending: What to Use Instead

HMRC's free CT600 filing service closes March 2026. Step-by-step guide to choosing a replacement and filing your Corporation Tax return.

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22 February 2026

Best Alternatives to HMRC's Free Filing Service in 2026

HMRC's free CT600 filing tool closes March 2026. Compare the best alternatives: Taxpipe (£59), accountants, and full accounting software for UK limited companies.

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21 February 2026

CT600 Deadline: When to File Your Corporation Tax Return (and When to Pay)

When is your CT600 due? Filing deadlines, payment deadlines, and how they differ from Companies House deadlines. Avoid late penalties.

21 February 2026

CT600 Box-by-Box Guide: Every Core Box Explained (2025/26)

Complete walkthrough of every CT600 box from 1 to 620. Plain English explanations, what to enter, and which boxes most small companies actually use.

21 February 2026

Corporation Tax Losses: How to Carry Forward and Offset Against Future Profits

How to carry forward trading losses on your CT600 to reduce future corporation tax bills. Box references, time limits, and practical examples.

21 February 2026

Dormant Company Corporation Tax: Do You Need to File a CT600?

Find out if your dormant company must file a CT600 with HMRC. When you're exempt, when you must file, and how to submit a nil return.

21 February 2026

VAT Registration and Corporation Tax: How They Interact

Learn how VAT registration affects your Corporation Tax return, including input tax recovery, flat rate scheme profits, and what goes on your CT600.

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21 February 2026

What Happens If Your Accounting Period Is Longer Than 12 Months?

HMRC splits accounting periods over 12 months into two, requiring two CT600 returns. Learn how to calculate tax for each period.

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