Can your bookkeeper prepare financial statements or do you need an accountant? Many business owners aren’t clear on where bookkeeping ends and accounting begins. Here’s what a bookkeeper can do and when it’s time to bring in extra help.

Employer NICs are rising, but so is the support you can claim. If you're eligible for the 2025/26 tax year, changes to Employment Allowance could save your business more money. Here's what you need to know.

Selling to Guernsey from the UK but not sure if VAT applies? You’re not alone, and charging it when you shouldn’t (or skipping it when you should) could cost you. This quick guide breaks it down simply, so you know exactly what to charge, what to report, and how to stay compliant without the stress.

Starting 31 March 2026, HMRC will discontinue its joint service for submitting company accounts and tax returns. This means you won’t be able to file through the current online system. If you run a limited company, this change affects you directly. Here’s what’s changing, who’s affected, and how to stay compliant before the deadline hits.

Choosing between a director’s salary and dividends in 2025/26 could be the key to saving more tax. This quick guide explains how to structure your income smartly and avoid paying more than you need to.

If your company owns UK residential property worth over £500,000, there’s a tax deadline you can’t afford to miss. The Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) return is due by 30 April - even if no tax is owed. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant and avoid penalties

AI is everywhere, but will bookkeeping be replaced by AI? For small business owners and freelancers, it’s a valid question. With automation tools getting smarter, will human input still matter? Here’s what you need to know before jumping to conclusions.

If you’re a company director or PSC, new identity verification rules are coming your way. You won’t be able to start or run a company unless you verify your identity with Companies House. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant.

19 April is your final chance to submit PAYE for 2024/25. Miss it, and you risk HMRC penalties. Here’s what to do and what to avoid.

Think Companies House fines only apply to late accounts? Not anymore. From October 2024, you can be fined for missing a confirmation statement, even if everything else is in order. Here’s what’s changed and how to avoid a penalty.

The 2024/25 tax year has officially ended, but that doesn’t mean payroll duties are done. If you're an employer, now’s the time to complete your year-end submissions and prep for the new tax year. Here's what you need to do if you haven’t already, and if you're looking ahead, this can also serve as a helpful guide for your payroll year end 2025 planning.

If tax returns always catch you off guard, you’re not the only one. Many small business owners and freelancers leave self-assessment until the last minute. However, rushing can lead to mistakes, missed deadlines, and unexpected tax bills. This guide will help you get started early in 2025 and avoid the stress later.

Staying on top of tax changes shouldn’t take hours. This article breaks down the key updates to tax codes and allowances for 2025/26, so you

Another Companies House update? Yep, and ignoring this one could land your business in trouble. From March 2024, your registered office and

Doing your own bookkeeping can feel like one more hat you didn’t ask to wear, but it doesn’t have to be confusing, time-consuming, or overwh

The clock’s ticking - April 5th marks the end of the 2024/25 tax year. But it’s not too late to make a difference. These last-minute tax-sav

The UK’s new minimum and living wage rates take effect in April 2025, and if you run a small business or hire freelancers, staying compliant

Not sure what payroll liabilities actually mean? Many small business owners and freelancers struggle to keep track of what they owe to emplo

You’re sorting out payroll, everything’s almost ready then you’re asked for a payroll number. If you paused and thought, “Wait… where do I e

Payroll deadlines come fast, and mistakes happen - maybe you forgot to add a new hire or missed a submission. But can you fix it after the f

Not sure how to record VAT correctly? A small mistake could mean penalties or missing out on reclaiming VAT. Here's a simple guide to help y

Wait… do I charge VAT to Jersey from the UK? If you’ve asked yourself this question (and then gone down a rabbit hole of confusing tax rules

Are bank charges really VAT-exempt? Many business owners assume so, but not all fees qualify. Here’s what you need to know to avoid VAT mist

Confused about VAT on Uber? Whether you’re a driver wondering if you need to register or a business owner trying to reclaim VAT on rides, th