How to start a business

How to start a business

So you’ve got your big idea, or want to make your side hustle your full time job by starting a business. Now’s the time to go for it! Before you start a business, here are some important steps you need to take to make sure you’re starting your… Read more
Accounting for landlords

Accounting for landlords

When you’re a landlord and rent out one or more properties, you need to tell HMRC about your income. The best way of keeping track of your income and expenses for your tax return is by doing your accounting regularly. We take you through what you… Read more
How to test your business idea

How to test your business idea

When you start a business it's important to test your idea on your target audience. We take you through why you should test your idea and how to do it. Why is it important to test your business idea? It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of… Read more
Company Bonus or dividend?

Company Bonus or dividend?

Confused about the difference between a company bonus and dividend? Find out what you need to know. What’s the difference between a company bonus and dividend? A bonus is a one off payment made to an employee or director of a company. Dividends are… Read more
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How to become a consultant

How to become a consultant

Becoming a consultant is a great way to take your career to the next level while being your own boss. From how to get started to what you need to consider, find out what you need to know. What is a consultant? A consultant is an expert in a certain… Read more
HMRC tax deadlines

HMRC tax deadlines for 2022

Now the new tax year has begun, it’s a good idea to keep track of the tax deadlines that could affect you and your business. The tax year runs from 6 April 2022 to 5 April 2023. Self Assessment tax return A Self Assessment tax return is submitted to… Read more
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Tax on dividends guide

Tax on dividends guide

If you’re curious about dividends, and what tax you may need to pay on them, here’s a helpful guide to help you get started. What are dividends? Dividends are payments you might receive if you own shares in a company. For example, as a shareholder… Read more