Tax Cloud Blog

08 May 2025

How Does HMRC Pay Out The R&D Tax Credit?

Understand how R&D tax credit payouts work, from claim approval to payment timelines, under SME, RDEC & Merged schemes.

30 April 2025

The Claim Notification Form: Does My R&D Tax Claim Need One?

Unsure if you need to submit an R&D advance notification form? Learn who it applies to and how to meet HMRC’s deadlines.

14 April 2025

R&D Tax Credits: When Does A Project Begin?

Discover how to define the start and end of your R&D project to maximise your claim and stay compliant with HMRC rules.

11 April 2025

HMRC’s R&D Tax Compliance Checks Explained

Worried about an HMRC compliance check on your R&D tax claim? Learn what to expect and how to respond effectively.

03 April 2025

What is the PAYE & NIC Cap on R&D Tax Credits?

Learn what the PAYE & NIC cap on R&D tax credits means for UK SMEs, how it affects payable credits, and the key exceptions that may apply to your claim.

20 March 2025

Claiming R&D Tax Relief on a Grant-Funded Project

Claiming R&D tax on a grant-funded project? Grants impact claims but don't exclude you.

11 March 2025

What Costs Can Be Claimed in an R&D Tax Claim?

Find out which costs qualify for R&D tax credits - from salaries to software.

15 January 2025

How Maths Can Qualify For R&D Tax Credits

HMRC extended R&D tax project criteria to include advances in mathematics; discover how your project could qualify.

27 November 2024

Changing Company Status & Effect on R&D Tax Credits