Starting a new business can be an exciting time but with all of the different financial jargon out there it can be confusing to understand what taxes apply to you. There isn’t a ‘one size fits all’ approach to this…
Taking on staff is a big responsibility but when you get to the point that you need an extra pair of hands, it’s necessary for the sustainability of your business and for your sanity! The thought of hiring staff can…
If you’re just starting out in business, you may not have the capital to invest a lot into marketing. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t market your business. Businesses need to market in order to grow and yes this…
If you’ve spent money prior to the set-up of your business in order to get it started and running, you may be wondering whether you can reclaim those costs once you start trading. Many business owners personally absorb the start-up…
Many people dream of having their own business, but actually taking the leap and making that happen is a different story. However, if you’re ready to take the leap from being employed to self-employed there are a few things to…
If you’ve made the decision to become self-employed, opting for a flexible working style to allow for personal commitments or dependants, you are not alone. There are a large amount of UK workers who are finding that the standard 9-5…
Gone are the days where an accountant is there just to do the taxes and fulfil compliance. Many entrepreneurs are turning to qualified small business accountants to help scale and grow their businesses, meaning they are part of the family,…
No one particularly loves the tax season and if you are one of those people who leave completing your self-assessment tax return until the last minute, perhaps it’s time to plan ahead this year! Over the next couple of months,…
For any business who employs other members of staff, there are employment law changes that were implemented during April 2019 that will affect you, applicable to small businesses too. Make sure that you’re up to date to avoid penalties or…
Are you aware of the difference between a hobby and a business? It may sound like a simple question, but actually there are a few grey lines that can make it a little confusing to distinguish between the two. If…