Bookkeeping for Small Businesses in the UK from Day One
Good bookkeeping is one of the simplest ways to keep a business under control. It shows what is coming in, […]
Do I Need an Accountant for My Limited Company?
For a very simple company, doing the accounting yourself may be realistic. Once you start paying yourself, claiming expenses, registering
Working From Home Tax Relief UK 2026: What You Can Claim and How
Until 5 April 2026, employees who were required to work from home could claim a flat rate of £6 per
Reverse Charge VAT for Construction: What Contractors Must Do in 2026
The VAT domestic reverse charge (DRC) for construction was introduced on 1 March 2021 to eliminate a fraud pattern called
What Expenses Can a Contractor Claim Through Their Limited Company?
Running a limited company as a contractor gives you access to a broad range of allowable business expenses that reduce
VAT for Online Sellers: Amazon, Shopify and Etsy Guide 2026
A practical 2026 VAT guide for UK sellers on Amazon, Shopify, and Etsy: when you must register, how each platform
How Much Does It Really Cost to Employ Someone in 2026/27? The True Cost Guide for London Small Businesses
A practical guide for London small businesses covering the real employment cost in 2026/27, with worked examples at three salary
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax 2026: Complete Guide for Landlords & Self-Employed
Critical Deadline Alert: 16 Weeks Until First Quarterly Submission August 7, 2026 is your first MTD deadline. If your combined
10 Business Expenses Sole Traders and Freelancers Forget to Claim
For many sole traders and freelancers across the UK, one of the biggest financial mistakes made each year is failing
What Records Do I Need to Keep for Self Assessment – and for How Long?
Keeping accurate financial records is an essential part of completing a Self Assessment tax return in the UK. HM Revenue