Arghhhhh @ self assesment!

[wim121]

Had a problem last tax year. I was with a dodgy/lazy/idiotic umbrella (Paramount) who couldnt be bothered taking in to account any expenses throughout the year.

So submitted a letter to HMRC, they wrote back telling me that since I am claiming for over £3k I need to do self assesment. They said in the letter they set up a case for me under xxxxx ref number, so I guess I still need to fill everything in and send it back off, AGAIN!?

I'll probably give them a call to clarify, but do I just do the forms myself or is it a better idea to get a tax adviser/accountant? Can I claim their fees as an expense? If I do it myself, any advise on things to do/not to do on the forms beside the obvious?

[Pondlife]

Had a problem last tax year. I was with a dodgy/lazy/idiotic umbrella (Paramount) who couldnt be bothered taking in to account any expenses throughout the year.

So submitted a letter to HMRC, they wrote back telling me that since I am claiming for over £3k I need to do self assesment. They said in the letter they set up a case for me under xxxxx ref number, so I guess I still need to fill everything in and send it back off, AGAIN!?

I'll probably give them a call to clarify, but do I just do the forms myself or is it a better idea to get a tax adviser/accountant? Can I claim their fees as an expense? If I do it myself, any advise on things to do/not to do on the forms beside the obvious?

Since you are now under their watchful eye, why not pay someone who understands the rules to help. They can also tell you whether their services are claimable since it's SA only and not a company expense.

[Jeremiah@RHJAccountants]

Had a problem last tax year. I was with a dodgy/lazy/idiotic umbrella (Paramount) who couldnt be bothered taking in to account any expenses throughout the year.

So submitted a letter to HMRC, they wrote back telling me that since I am claiming for over £3k I need to do self assesment. They said in the letter they set up a case for me under xxxxx ref number, so I guess I still need to fill everything in and send it back off, AGAIN!?

I'll probably give them a call to clarify, but do I just do the forms myself or is it a better idea to get a tax adviser/accountant? Can I claim their fees as an expense? If I do it myself, any advise on things to do/not to do on the forms beside the obvious?

I would suggest if in doubt find an accountant who can advice and help you with any issues.

At least then you should have eveything in order and avoid any potential comeback from HMRC!