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Being an accountant has always had its little joys. A bank reconciliation that balances first time. Finding the missing receipt. Turning a bookkeeping muddle into beautifully organised accounts. We appreciate these things might not sound particularly exciting to everyone. But we’re accountants. This is our idea of fun. And now there’s another three-letter phrase keeping […]

25 Business Expenses You’re Probably Missing If you’re anything like most business owners, you’ve probably looked at your bank statement and wondered, “Can I claim that?” The answer is… maybe! One of the biggest misconceptions we come across is that business expenses only include obvious things like laptops, office furniture and printer ink. In reality,

What the New Electricity Bill Tax Cut Means for Small Businesses Running a business means keeping an eye on every penny, so any announcement about taxes or energy bills is bound to grab your attention. One of the first announcements from the new Prime Minister is the removal of VAT from domestic electricity bills from

One of the questions we’re asked all the time is: “Which business bank account should I open?” The honest answer? It depends on your business. The good news is there are some brilliant options available now, and they’re a far cry from the days of sitting in a bank for two hours signing endless paperwork!

Everything UK small business owners need to know about bookkeeping, cash flow and keeping their finances organised. Running a business means wearing many hats. One day you’re serving customers, the next you’re chasing invoices, paying suppliers, marketing your business and somehow trying to keep on top of your accounts. For many business owners, bookkeeping is

Let’s talk about those coffee habits.  Subsistence is one of those words that gets thrown around a lot in small business circles, and it’s also one of the most commonly misunderstood expenses we come across. So let’s clear it up once and for all, because getting this wrong can cause real problems with HMRC. What

There’s a big difference between an accountant who files your returns and one who actively saves you money. Here’s what a proactive accountant should be doing for your small business.

UK TAX DEADLINE FOR SOLE TRADERS – WHAT TO DO IF YOU CAN’T PAY ON TIME… For sole traders, company director (if you file a self-assessment, landlord o or you have an additional untaxed income across the UK, the annual Self Assessment tax return deadline is one of the most important dates in the financial