We have one of the most complicated tax systems in the world. It is little wonder then that even the civil servants at HMRC do not understand it. So what chance do we have? I have made it my mission to de-mystify tax for start up businesses. This means that I will ask HMRC for a “ruling” on what is an allowable cost, for example. I ask the question several times and then confer with a tax accountant. I regularly receive different answers and confusing replies. HMRC has often told me that if I want the answer I should ask an Accountant. I know that my course content is correct. I also know that the techniques I use to explain tax rules will simplify and de-mystify the subject. I have some very good contacts at HMRC and some of them have even asked to come on my course!