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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - The way you file your Tax Returns is changing

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - The way you file your Tax Returns is changing

April 2026 will see the UK income tax system revolutionised with the introduction of a new quarterly filing system called Making Tax Digital for Income Tax. Way back in 2015 the idea of quarterly...

Ozzy Ozzy
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Essential financial year-end admin for small businesses

Essential financial year-end admin for small businesses

6th April marks the beginning of the 2025/26 tax year, bringing with it a host of responsibilities for business owners. Whether your business’ financial year is in line with these timings, or your...

S SianCahill
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What to do if your business is hitting the VAT threshold

What to do if your business is hitting the VAT threshold

For many small businesses, hitting the VAT threshold is a challenge. Whilst growing your business and increasing turnover are signs of success, some may find themselves worse off after they start...

Amalie Smith Amalie Smith
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Accounting calculations FAQs: Advice for new business owners

Accounting calculations FAQs: Advice for new business owners

Getting to grips with accounting for the first time can feel overwhelming. What does it all mean and how can you make sure you’re on top of the finances of your small business? Whether you’re...

Ozzy Ozzy
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Don’t miss the January deadline for filing your self-assessment tax return

Don’t miss the January deadline for filing your self-assessment tax return

For small business owners, January means one thing: the self-assessment deadline. If you’ve still got to finalise your tax return – or you’re not sure if it applies to you – follow our quick...

ChrisGoodfellow ChrisGoodfellow
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Understanding VAT: Buying and selling in the UK and abroad

Understanding VAT: Buying and selling in the UK and abroad

If you’re setting up a business for the first time and are looking to buy and sell goods within the UK or overseas, chances are you’ll need to get clued up on all things VAT. In this guide...

Amalie Smith Amalie Smith
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Making Tax Digital for VAT – April deadline looms

Making Tax Digital for VAT – April deadline looms

All VAT-registered businesses, regardless of turnover, have less than one month to comply with the latest Making Tax Digital (MTD) rules – or face penalties from HMRC. Ahead of the final roll-out...

ChrisGoodfellow ChrisGoodfellow
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13 ways to help you fill out your Self Assessment tax return

13 ways to help you fill out your Self Assessment tax return

For small businesses and sole traders, the 31st of January often looms large on the business calendar. You probably don’t need telling why – it’s the deadline for Self Assessment tax returns to be...

ChrisGoodfellow ChrisGoodfellow