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Preparing your business for the summer

Posted on 11 April 202311 April 2023 by John

If you run a business in a tourist hotspot, you need to get prepared for the summer.

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What salary should I take as a director of a limited company?

Posted on 6 April 20236 April 2023 by John

Being a director of a limited company means having the ability to pay yourself in a different manner to being a typical PAYE employee.

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Capital allowance – Changes for plant and machinery expenditure

Posted on 29 March 202329 March 2023 by John

Capital allowances are a form of tax relief for businesses. They allow you to subtract some or all of the value of an item from your profits before you pay tax.

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How will the changes in the Spring Budget affect pensions?

Posted on 23 March 202323 March 2023 by John

During the 2023 Spring Budget, the Chancellor announced changes to pensions, which may alter the way you save for retirement.

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How you can improve your business performance

Posted on 8 March 20238 March 2023 by John

You are an established business and doing well, but you are still ambitious and looking to improve and expand.

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Tips for preventing late payments as a small business

Posted on 28 February 202328 February 2023 by John

Small businesses saw a sharp increase in the length of time clients took to pay their invoices last month, according to data from accounting software Xero.

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What should you consider when starting your own business?

Posted on 22 February 202322 February 2023 by John

Starting a business can be an exciting and rewarding experience.

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10 Common Accounting Terms, Explained

Posted on 21 February 202323 February 2023 by John

Having general accounting knowledge is crucial for any business owner, especially during tax season. Understanding common accounting terms is highly beneficial, as you will identify how they relate to your business and how it is performing.

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How to navigate your first year as a business

Posted on 15 February 202315 February 2023 by John

Starting your own business is a major achievement and you will have spent a lot of time planning this venture and hoping for success.

But navigating through the first year of this new business will be essential to achieve your goals and it can be difficult to know what you should be doing.

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How can you deal with VAT return errors?

Posted on 9 February 20239 February 2023 by John

If you are running a business, handling VAT returns can be complex.

You may have submitted returns with errors previously if you were unsure of what to do and could be at risk of further investigation or fines from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).

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