What is Corporation Tax
Corporation Tax explained. Find out more about who pays Corporation Tax, how it is calculated and when your small business will have to start paying it...…
Bookkeeping tips
Bookkeeping is one of the necessary evils of running a small business, which even the most gifted entrepreneurs often shy away from. However it can be a lot easier if you put good bookkeeping practices into place from the onset. From basic bookkeeping help to information on sole trader and limited company bookkeeping, these articles cover all you need to know to keep your finances in shape.
What is VAT and how does it affect my small business?
A beginner's guide to value added tax (VAT), when to register, the rates, output and input tax, deregistration, and the Cash Accounting Scheme…
What is the VAT threshold and when do you need to register for VAT?
A small business guide to valued added tax (VAT), voluntary and compulsory VAT registration, the VAT threshold and the different rates to be aware of…
6 ways your small business can avoid late payment problems
UK small companies are owed billions in late payments. Intuit's Dominic Allon shares steps your business can follow to steer clear of a cashflow crisis…
What does the National Living Wage mean for businesses?
The new National Living Wage comes into effect today - HR specialists Citrus HR share essential advice to help you understand the changes...…
How to understand what a financial statement is REALLY telling you
Finance expert Ted Wainman explains what the differences are between profit & loss, balance sheets, and cash flow statements…
6 tips to create a financial model for your start-up
Looking to raise finance? Make sure your financial model grabs the attention of investors with these pointers from Nesta investment analyst Mireya Alvarez……
6 numbers every business owner needs at their fingertips
What are the key metrics you should know without thinking? We name six things every small business owner should track constantly…
Running a start-up business? Here’s how to get your invoices right
6 essential tips to create an invoice template that will ensure your business gets paid on time…
How to register for VAT
A step-by-step guide to the VAT registration process, from creating an account with HMRC online to reclaiming VAT on historic goods and services…
Bookkeeping for companies with employees
What you have to do when you start employing people…
Bookkeeping for sole traders
How bookkeeping applies to the self-employed…