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Category Archives: Start ups and small businesses

Man and a woman paying a cafe owner at a till with card machine

When it comes to starting a business, there is often so much to think about. You may not even have a specific ‘start point’…

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What is it and do I need to worry about it? In this blog, I explore what Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) means and what you need to consider in preparation for the deadline.

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Don’t let bookkeeping become an overwhelming task. Here are 5 top tips to keep it manageable and valuable.

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Hands working at a white desk at a tablet, with an invoice in front of them and a calculator, doing their own bookkeeping

I understand that as a small business outsourcing anything can feel difficult, especially when costs are tight and money isn’t free flowing. There are some key areas to consider when deciding if doing your own bookkeeping is right for your business.

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Woman waving at laptop on a video call with potential new accountant

Do you need an accountant? Perhaps you have one, but do you need a new accountant? Here are some questions for you to ask when looking for someone new to help with accounts and finances for your business.

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Self-assessment tax return with post it note saying 'Do tax return'

31st January is a deadline…not a target! You can prepare your tax return from early April each year, for the following January. You’ll have everything you will need by then and there’s no need to stress.

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