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- Interest rates fall – what does it mean for you?
- Still time to maximise your end of tax year planning
- Divorces rise in January, here’s how to make it less painful
- Company size thresholds to increase in the UK from April
- 25,000 people filed tax returns on New Year’s Day
- Stamp Duty thresholds to fall to previous levels from April 1
- Mixed-use property with stables pays less SDLT
- HMRC’s new Basis Period Reform could bring higher tax bills this January
- Scammers hit Self-Assessments – here’s what to look for
- Do you need to pay a Simple Assessment tax bill this January?
- IHT thresholds frozen to 2030 and pensions in by 2027
- HMRC’s Gifts for the Employer’s Christmas party
- National Insurance increases for employers from April 2025
- First Labour Budget 2024 – the changes announced
- New rules on tipping mean staff will get every penny
- Just six months left to top up state pension back to 2006
- Tax relief claims on employee expenses changed
- Rules on fraudulent payments change from October
- Autumn Budget 2024 – Round-Up!
- Corporation Tax reminders will no longer be sent
- How to deal with an estate on death as lifetime gift clawbacks rise
- Nearly £57m in overpaid pension tax refunded in Q2
- MTD to expand to income tax in 2026 – get ready!
- Changing VAT details must now be done online
- How to deal with VAT on school fees from January 2025
- Keep good records to avoid a fine from HMRC
- DWP makes slow progress on parents’ pension redress
- Retiring overseas? Then think about your pension
- The best way to spend money on your summer holiday abroad
- How do 18-year-olds access their Child Trust Fund?
- New Labour Government reveals plans in King’s Speech
- Bona Vacantia – what happens when an estate is unclaimed?
- Businesses look to increase home working
- HMRC app helps with student finance applications
- Want to avoid fines from HMRC? Here’s how
- Why Stamp Duty Land Tax might need to be reformed
- Inheritance Tax at record levels, but Business Relief can help
- Tipping Act Code of Practice to bring fairness to employees
- Everyone should check their tax code now
- Employees paid on a Thursday or Friday could face extra tax in 2024/25
- 650,000 extra pensioners pay tax for the first time this month
- The end of the P11D is expected in 2026
- Cryptocurrency gains must be reported on self-assessments
- Furnished Holiday Lettings tax rules set to change in 2025
- Budget changes and what they mean for you
- Make sure your will is up-to-date and you have planned for IHT
- UK Export Finance doubles limit to £10m for traders
- Exporters must make declarations on a new system from March 30
- End of tax year planning starts now – use up any allowances
- The cost of divorce – what to do if you decide to split up
- Spring Budget Unveiled: A Glimpse into Key Fiscal Measures
- Child Benefit claims can now be made online
- Mortgage lenders start a price war – what this means for you
- Rumours circulate over HMRC crackdown on eBay and Etsy sales
- Could you be better off by claiming Marriage Allowance?
- Self-assessment deadline is looming again
- Dealing with a debt hangover from Christmas? Do this.
- Autumn Statement NICs changes in detail
- Christmas party with a gift of tax breaks
- Big plans for private and State Pensions
- Chancellor announces tax cuts and business boosts
- Autumn 2023 Budget – The perfect breakdown
- Advance Valuation Rulings on imported goods
- Tax advice error could impact your State Pension
- How to spot tax avoidance schemes
- Could you have money sitting in lost or forgotten accounts?
- New UK Internal Market Scheme launches
- Redundancies expected to rise this year – what you need to know
- Back to work means it’s time for business development
- ECL now open online for registrations and returns
- Alcohol Duty Changes – What it means for Pubs, Stores & Small Brewers
- Deed of assignments won’t be treated as nominations for income tax
- Pension tax overpayments – £56m returned in Q2 2023 alone, so here’s how to claim
- What employee perks will the taxman help you fund?
- Reduce your company tax bill by doing a good turn
- Why you must keep Companies House data up-to-date
- BoE base rate rises – has your business account kept up?
- New tax regime for sole traders and partnerships starts
- Keep National Insurance numbers in Apple wallets now
- Self-assessment thresholds change for PAYE workers
- P11D and P11D(b) forms must be filed online by July 6
- How you can benefit from salary sacrifice
- Base rate rises again – what it means for business
- Deadline to catch up on National Insurance contributions extended
- Can hybrid working boost your business?
- Check your PAYE code is correct for this tax year
- Make the most of the new tax year by acting now
- Pension changes make retirement saving more attractive
- Highest rate of tax will be paid by more people after the top threshold is reduced in the Budget
- Childcare benefits with a sting in the tail for high earners
- Budget round-up – what’s changed and how it might affect you
- Common e-commerce mistakes and how to avoid them
- IR35 – where are we now?
- EU Excise Duty changes now in effect – what this means for your business
- MTD for ITSA delayed to April 2026 – what does this mean for you?
- New VAT Penalty Regime – The Changes Explained
- Self-assessment late payment rates changed this month –what to expect if you miss the deadline
- Self-Assessment – Now is the Time to Get Your Tax Return Sorted
- Should Your Business Declare the Cost of the Christmas Party?
- New Year New Me, Time to Review Your Financial Plan with Bright Ideas?
- Tax Year End – Get Your Accounts Ready Before the Rush
- Autumn Statement – What You Need to Know About Upcoming Changes
- What does the market volatility mean for you?
- How to Protect Your Business in a Recession
- U-turns & Changes – What Happened to the Mini-Budget Announcements?
- Business News England
- Changes made to Corporation Tax filing in September – what you need to know
- Mini-Budget: What it means for you and your finances
- Self-Assessment – it’s getting to that time again
- Spring Statement 2022: How It Impacts Small Businesses Like Yours
- An Underwhelming Autumn Budget? How The Announcements Affect You
- The Winter Recovery Plan: What The Announcements Mean For You
- Summer Statement 2020: How Will The Announcements Affect You?
- COVID-19: The Support Available
- What You Can Do To Prepare For The Private Sector IR35 Changes
- Spring Budget 2020: How Will The Announcements Impact You?
- How Will The Upcoming Private Sector IR35 Reform Impact You?
- Making Tax Digital (MTD) Is Almost Here – What It Means For You
- The Unrecognised Benefits of an Online Accountant
- The Complex World of Business Structures Explained
- 5 Ways the Self Employed can Boost Their Pensions
- Managing your income as a contractor or freelancer
- How Much to Charge as a Freelancer
- Budget 2018: How it affects contractors and the self-employed
- 5 Ways To Source Freelance Work
- How To Solve Potential Problems When Working From Home
- Summertime Slump: How To Deal With A Low Workload
- Routes To Self-Employment: Which One Should You Choose?
- Picking A Pension & Making The Most Of It
- 3 Financial Secrets Of Working From Home
- Breaking Down Contractor Insurance: What’s It All About?
- How To Shape Up Your Earnings Model For The New Tax Year
- Spring Clean Your Finances With These Top Tips
- Are Long-Term Freelance Projects Worth It?
- Things To Consider When Making The Move To Contracting From Permanent Employment
- Clever Ways To Manage Your Travel Expenses
- 5 Mistakes That Can Sink Your Self Assessment Tax Return
- How To Stimulate Productivity This January
- Keeping Busy: What To Do During Quiet Work Periods
- Year Of The Freelancer? Deciding To Go Self-Employed In The New Year
- Avoid January Self Assessment Blues! Get Organised This December
- Self Assessment Blunders To Steer Clear Of
- How The Autumn Budget 2017 Affects Freelancers & Contractors
- 3 Simple Steps To A Robust Financial Plan For 2018
- A Financial Forecast For Freelancing in 2018
- How To Maximise Profit Margins For Your Business
- 4 Red Flags For Limited Company Finances
- Keep Bookkeeping Nightmares At Bay With These Best Practices
- Freelancer & Contracting Invoices: The Basics
- How To Budget For Your Tax Payments
- 4 Pitfalls To Avoid When Setting Up A Limited Company
- Bookkeeping And Accounting: What’s The Difference?
- The Pros And Cons Of Partnering With A Co-Founder
- Self-Employed? Follow These Tips When Applying For A Mortgage
- 5 Important Things To Look For Before Signing A Contract
- What You Should Look For In A Contractor Accountant
- How To Handle Difficult Clients
- Switching Accountants: How To Make The Process Easier
- Ways To Boost Your Income Before The End Of 2017
- Umbrella To Limited: Making The Switch
- Making Tax Digital: Where Are We Now?
- Counting The Cost Of Your Business Plan
- How To Handle A Client Rate Increase
- The Biggest Blunders For Contractor Accounting
- How To Sell Yourself In The Self-Employed Market
- The 6 Most Unusual Freelancer Expenses
- Thinking Of Hiring Your First Employee?
- 4 Easy Ways To Save Time On Your Finances
- 4 Pension Planning Tips For Freelancers & Contractors
- The Big Question: Is It Time To Set Up A Limited Company?
- A Solid Investment: What Clients Look For In A Contractor
- 5 Reasons Why We Recommend FreeAgent Bookkeeping Software
- Understanding Changes To The Flat Rate VAT Scheme
- The Dos And Don’ts Of Chasing Late Payments
- Optimal Salary And Dividend Payments For 2017/18
- Counting Your Mileage As A Freelancer Or Contractor
- Is Your Bookkeeping Due A Spring Clean?
- 5 Tips For Setting Up A Retainer
- Breaking The 2017 Spring Budget Down For Contractors & Freelancers
- How To Claim Tax Relief For Your Home Office
- 4 Things You Need To Know About IR35
- Fallen Out Of Love With Your Accountancy Firm?
- How To Maintain A Strong Relationship With Your Accountant
- Lessons To Learn From The Self Assessment Comedown
- Setting Your Rates As A Contractor Or Freelancer
- 5 Ways To Become A Better Bookkeeper In 2017
- New Year, New Business? Deciding To Go Freelance
- Save Yourself From Self-Assessment Misery This January
- Essential New Year’s Resolutions For The Self-Employed
- Spread The Love This Festive Season
- Bah Humbug: How To Avoid Festive Paperwork Woes
- 3 Financial Lessons To Learn From 2016
- How Does The Autumn Statement Impact Freelancers & Contractors?
- How To Avoid Cash Flow Problems
- How Do Umbrella Companies Work?
- Becoming VAT Registered As A Contractor
- Must-Have Software For Contractors And Freelancers
- What Percentage Of Your Pay Should You Be Taking Home?
- Bad Bookkeeping: A Nightmare That Never Ends
- Setting Up Your Pension As A Contractor Or Freelancer
- How Does A Tax Investigation Work?
- Why Partner With Bright Ideas Accountancy?
- What Is IR35? How Does It Work?
- Thinking Of Switching Accountant?
- How To Secure A Mortgage As A Self-Employed Professional
- 4 Things Every Contractor & Freelancer Should Outsource
- Bright Ideas Accountancy Is Up For An Award!
- Umbrella vs. Limited: The Great Debate
- Are You Ready to Become Self-Employed?
- Making Tax Digital – What You Need To Know
- The Price of Ignorance: Expenses You May Be Claiming Wrong
- Stuck In A Bookkeeping Rut? Let’s Dig You Out
- How FreeAgent Solves RTI Trouble
- Insurance And Legal Protection For Your Contracting Business
- How to Find New Contracts When Your Current One Ends
- Do You Have Enough Set Aside To Pay Your Taxes?
- Why Your Contracting Bookkeeping Needs To Be in The Cloud
- Why We Only Work with Contractors and Freelancers
- Stepping Up To The Plate: How Could Your Accountant Improve?
- What To Do When Your Contractor Bookkeeping Is A Mess
- Been Made Redundant and Decided to Go Contracting? What Now?
- RTI Submissions: What You Need to Know
- Why a Spreadsheet System is the Worst Way to Manage Your Bookkeeping
- Contractors and Freelancers: How Should You Pay Yourself?
- Setting Up A Limited Company: A Jargon-Free Guide
- What Expenses You Can and Can’t Claim
- Understanding Your Corporation Tax Liability
- Automating Your Bookkeeping Processes with FreeAgent
- Do You Really Want Lower Fees From Your Accountant?
- Paying too much through an umbrella company?
- Reassuring your IR35 status with a review of your contract and working practices
- Startup contracting: what you need to know
- What to do when your contractor bookkeeping is a mess
- The good, the bad and the ugly: how to set up your contracting business
- Umbrella company expenses to be disallowable in 2016
- How to avoid penalties and fines from missing VAT deadlines
- 3 Great Accounting Apps for Small Business Owners
- What you need to know about IR35: Are you an employee or a limited company?
- The Power of Frequent Updates and Reminders
- How To Improve Your Company’s Tax Liability
- Do You Have Enough Money Set Aside to Pay Your Taxes?
- What expenses you can and can’t claim
- Contracting 101: Why staying on top of your taxes will help your reputation
- Why bookkeeping often goes out the window when you are working on a major project
- Top tips for new contractors
- Do your accountants have too high a client to staff ratio?
- Did you know that a better accountant was possible?
- How should you pay yourself?
- Automating your bookkeeping processes with FreeAgent
- 3 ways to fix the cash flow problem for your contracting business
- 3 Incredibly Useful Apps for Freelancers and Contractors
- The dreaded task of bookkeeping!
- Can Freelancers and Contractors Take Holidays?
- Should freelancers and contractors maintain a LinkedIn page?
- Five Tips for Success on Freelancing Sites
- Does your business site mean business?
- Mortgages for contractors
- Which Business Insurance Do I Need As A Contractor?
- 3 Crushing Mistakes that Contractors and Freelancers Make
- Is it time to switch accountants?
- 7 HMRC Tips
- Budget Summary – What does it mean for contractors?
- Should I move my accounts to the cloud?
- Costly mistakes when starting out contracting
- Do I need an Accountant?
- Tax Tips for Contractors
- Umbrella vs Limited
- Survey Competition
- General Election
- Corporation Tax
- Expenses Guide
- IR35
- Self Assessment
- VAT
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