Hiring your kids? Watch this first.

How to Hire Your Kids in Your Limited Company in 2026

Hiring your children into your limited company can be one of the most financially smart and confidence-building moves you make as a business owner - when it’s done properly. In this video, I break down exactly how to hire your kids legally and ethically in the UK in 2026, without risking HMRC penalties or compliance issues.

We cover what’s actually allowed under current HMRC rules, how enforcement has tightened, what counts as real work, how much you can pay your children, and the documentation you must have in place to protect your business. This isn’t about tax loopholes - it’s about doing things correctly, building family financial confidence, and using your business as a tool for real-world education.

If you’re a limited company owner thinking about family payroll, succession, or building a business that supports your household long term, this video will help you understand the rules clearly and make informed decisions.

Timestamps
00:00 Hiring your kids legally in 2026
00:25 What’s allowed and what we’ll cover
00:50 Quality of life and business context
01:10 HMRC rules and enforcement in 2026
01:40 Age limits and employment rules
02:05 Rethinking how kids can work in your business
02:35 Age-appropriate roles for under 16s
03:05 Roles for children aged 16 and over
03:30 Wholly, exclusively and necessarily explained
03:55 Why structure and job descriptions matter
04:20 Paying your children fairly and legally
04:50 Commercial rates and minimum wage rules
05:20 Essential documentation and payroll records
05:50 Why this isn’t a tax loophole
06:20 Next steps, links and podcast trial

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