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Companies House · SC183626 In receivership

Starting Point Limited

Private limited company

Baker Tilly Restructuring And, Recovery Llp, First Floor, Quay, 2, 139 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 9QG

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SC183626

Company number

6 Mar 1998

Incorporated

2

Active officers

31 Mar 2003

Last accounts made up to

Starting Point Limited company overview

Starting Point Limited is a private limited company registered with company number SC183626. It was incorporated on 6 Mar 1998 and its current status is in receivership.

The registered office is at Baker Tilly Restructuring And, Recovery Llp, First Floor, Quay, 2, 139 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 9QG. The company has 2 active officers. It was previously called Ac&H 14 Limited.

Starting Point Limited upcoming deadlines

This company is in receivership, so the register shows no filing deadlines for it.

Starting Point Limited at a glance

28 years

Trading age

10,479 days since incorporation

2

Active officers

James, James

42

Filings on record

Latest: 8 Jan 2008

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Filing health score

Company is in receivership

Directors of Starting Point Limited

Nature of business (SIC codes)

5248

Other retail specialist stores

Allowable expenses for Starting Point Limited

Based on Starting Point Limited's SIC code (5248), these are typical tax-deductible expenses for a general business company. Claiming them lowers the profit you pay corporation tax on.

Vehicle & mileage

45p a mile for the first 10,000 business miles in a personal car.

Staff & director salaries

Wages, employer NI and pension contributions paid through PAYE.

Accountancy & legal fees

Bookkeeping, year-end accounts, tax advice and company secretarial costs.

Business insurance

Public liability, professional indemnity and employer's liability cover.

Phone & internet

Business mobile contracts, broadband and a share of home internet.

General guidance only — every expense must be wholly and exclusively for business. Ask an accountant

Tax guide for businesses like Starting Point Limited

How much tax does a limited company pay?

UK companies pay corporation tax at 19% on profits up to £50,000, rising to 25% above £250,000, with marginal relief in between. Claiming every allowable expense reduces taxable profit.

Does a company like Starting Point Limited need to register for VAT?

VAT registration is compulsory once taxable turnover passes £90,000 in any rolling 12 months. Many businesses register voluntarily to reclaim VAT on costs.

How much does an accountant cost for a limited company in Edinburgh?

Fixed-fee accountants typically charge £60–£200 a month for a small limited company, covering year-end accounts, corporation tax and the confirmation statement.

Can directors of Starting Point Limited pay themselves in dividends?

Most small company directors take a low salary plus dividends. Dividends are paid from profits after corporation tax, with an annual £500 dividend allowance.

Filing history

  1. 8 Jan 2008 · 287

    Legacy

  2. 27 Sep 2004 · 3.5(Scot)

    Liquidation receiver receivers report scotland

  3. 28 Jun 2004 · 1(Scot)

    Liquidation receiver appointment of receiver scotland

  4. 17 Jun 2004 · 88(3)

    Legacy

  5. 17 Jun 2004 · 88(2)R

    Legacy

  6. 17 Jun 2004 · 88(3)

    Legacy

  7. 17 Jun 2004 · 88(2)R

    Legacy

  8. 17 Jun 2004 · 123

    Legacy

  9. 17 Jun 2004 · RESOLUTIONS

    Resolutions

  10. 17 Jun 2004 · RESOLUTIONS

    Resolutions

  11. 17 Jun 2004 · RESOLUTIONS

    Resolutions

  12. 26 Apr 2004 · 363s

    Legacy

  13. 17 Feb 2004 · 288b

    Legacy

  14. 31 Jan 2004 · AA

    Small accounts made up to 31 Mar 2003

  15. 10 Apr 2003 · 363s

    Legacy

  16. 28 Oct 2002 · AA

    Small accounts made up to 31 Mar 2002

  17. 17 Jul 2002 · 363s

    Legacy

  18. 29 Mar 2002 · 287

    Legacy

  19. 1 Feb 2002 · AA

    Small accounts made up to 31 Mar 2001

  20. 22 Mar 2001 · 363s

    Legacy

Showing the latest 20 of 42 filings. See the full history on Companies House

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About Starting Point Limited

Starting Point Limited is a UK private limited company based in Edinburgh, registered at Companies House as company number SC183626 since 6 Mar 1998. Its listed activities include other retail specialist stores. This page brings together its public record — directors, registered office, nature of business and filing history — in one easy place.

Starting Point Limited filings and compliance

Every UK limited company must file annual accounts, a confirmation statement and a corporation tax return each year. Starting Point Limited has 42 filings on record. Keeping on top of these deadlines avoids automatic penalties from Companies House and HMRC, which start at £150 for late accounts.

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Starting Point Limited – frequently asked questions

What is the company number of Starting Point Limited?

Starting Point Limited is registered at Companies House under company number SC183626.

When was Starting Point Limited incorporated?

Starting Point Limited was incorporated on 6 Mar 1998 as a private limited company.

Who are the directors of Starting Point Limited?

Current officers are James Carlisle (director) and James Carlisle (secretary).

What does Starting Point Limited do?

The company's registered nature of business (SIC) is 5248 – Other retail specialist stores.

Where is Starting Point Limited registered?

The registered office address is Baker Tilly Restructuring And, Recovery Llp, First Floor, Quay, 2, 139 Fountainbridge, Edinburgh, EH3 9QG.

Is Starting Point Limited still trading?

According to its latest Companies House record the company status is in receivership. Its most recent filing was legacy on 8 Jan 2008.

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