INSOLVENCY NEWS & INSIGHTS
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Can a CVL Write Off HMRC Debt? Yes, But Not Immediately
A CVL does write off HMRC debt, but not on the day the liquidator is appointed and not in the way most directors expect. The unpaid balance disappears when the company is dissolved, and only [...]
Compulsory Liquidation: What It Means for You as a Director
By Steven Wiseglass, Licensed Insolvency Practitioner | 19th August 2026 | Corporate Recovery & Insolvency If a creditor has threatened to wind up your company, your options depend entirely on how quickly you act. The [...]
First Gazette Notice: What It Means & How Long You Have
By Steven Wiseglass, Licensed Insolvency Practitioner at Inquesta. IPA regulated, Fellow of R3, 20+ years' experience advising directors and creditors on company closure and recovery. A first gazette notice means Companies House intends to remove [...]
Free eBook: A Guide to Putting a Business into Liquidation
If you believe your business may be in distress, understanding the warning signs early is essential to securing the best possible outcome. In our free guide, we explore the process of putting a business into liquidation, what options you have when it comes to insolvency, the impact liquidation has on stakeholders, and much more.
Can HMRC Take My House for Company Debt? A Director’s Guide
Can HMRC take my house for company debt? First things first: if your company owes money to HMRC, your home is not automatically at risk. A limited company in the UK is a separate legal [...]
How Much Does it Cost to Liquidate a Company in 2026? CVL Costs Explained
By Steven Wiseglass | Corporate Recovery & Insolvency expert | Licensed Insolvency Practitioner | Founder & Director Inquesta First published July 2026. One of the very first questions directors will ask when considering liquidation is [...]
Can You Pay HMRC in Instalments? 2026 Director’s Guide to Time to Pay Arrangements
By Steven Wiseglass | Corporate Recovery & Insolvency expert | Licensed Insolvency Practitioner | Founder & Director Inquesta First published June 2026. If your company cannot pay a tax bill that is due right [...]