Last year we had the usual Autumn Budget, and it contained significant updates to both the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and the Employers...

Limited companies are run slightly differently to non-incorporated organisations, so here's a here’s a (hopefully) simple guide to the...

It’s a minefield, isn’t it? Starting your own business, and then having to get to grips with all this ‘putting it through the books’...

Bookkeeper or Accountant?

I totally get you. You’re all sorted, and don’t need anybody. You’ve been doing your own accounts for years, and don’t need the extra...

Did you know that from 4 March 2024, there will be new rules for limited companies with a registered office? The rules are fairly simple,...

It's not the catchiest of titles, but does what it says on the tin (see what I did there?) There's lots of confusion around this issue....

This week, I enrolled on a trial of yet more software. Yes, more Why? It was recommended by a friend. She recommended it because she's...

You've just employed your very first employee. Great! But what next? In this article, we'll look at the basics of employment, and how...

Do you meet the criteria? As of 31st May 2023, VAT-registered businesses can now set up a payment plan online, providing they meet the...

We've all received them. The text telling us that we're in deep, deep trouble with HMRC, and if only we'd reply to the message...

Mileage allowance or actual vehicle expenses? You decide!

A quick guide to holiday pay

We love them, don’t we? Even the term makes you feel warm and snuggly, it gives vibes of a bargain, money saved, and an ‘all-round good...

So you have some clients who are totally on the ball, very strict and disciplined, and nothing goes through their bank account that...

Accounting software for busy business owners

As accountants, we hear this a lot, so I’ll endeavour to explain, and hopefully it won’t be too geeky. The steps we take: We log into...

I know, it's not thrilling is it? The thought of doing 'month end' sounds so onerous, and well, dull. (shudders). But hear me out. The...

That's right folks, it's on the move again, Employers take note. The increase includes both the National Minimum Wage and the National...

Admittedly, it's not the most thrilling topic to chat about, but still, here goes: The details: Anybody who is retiring on or after 6...