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Want to avoid fines from HMRC? Here’s how

Want to avoid fines from HMRC? Here’s how

No-one likes to pay more to the taxman than they have to, but if you fall foul of HMRC’s rules, you could find yourself paying a penalty, and interest if things are not sorted out quickly. There are various fines you could face from HMRC if you get things wrong, and...

Tax year end – get your accounts ready before the rush

Tax year end – get your accounts ready before the rush

It’s that time of year again – the shops are playing Christmas music, there are Christmas films starting to appear on the TV, and for many of us, there is a tax deadline looming, whether that is personal or for our business.  This is the busiest time of year for...

Avoid January Self Assessment Blues! Get Organised This December

Avoid January Self Assessment Blues! Get Organised This December

January is supposed to be a month full of fresh optimism. New Year’s resolutions are in full swing. Bad habits are swapped for healthy choices. Important steps are taken towards big dreams and aspirations. For the self-employed though, the first month of the year is a...

Self Assessment Blunders To Steer Clear Of

Self Assessment Blunders To Steer Clear Of

We all make mistakes. It’s called being human. Unfortunately, the taxman isn’t exactly the forgiving type. Tiny errors can lead to massive consequences when you get something wrong on your tax return. That’s why it’s so important to ensure your Self Assessment is in...

How To Budget For Your Tax Payments

How To Budget For Your Tax Payments

There are all kinds of things that stop us from getting a good night’s sleep. For the average employee, the thought of an impending presentation or big meeting can disrupt circadian rhythm. For the self-employed, it’s tax that keeps them up at night. When you work for...

Lessons To Learn From The Self Assessment Comedown

Lessons To Learn From The Self Assessment Comedown

The January cut-off point for your Self Assessment has come and gone, leaving a trail of bewildered freelancers in its wake. How was your experience? Did tax submission leave you cold, as if the weight of the financial year was cleaving your brain in two? You aren’t...

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