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Make completing your self assessment tax return fun!
Completing a self assessment tax return can be made far less difficult and boring. Mike Parkes of GoSimpleTax shares his tips.
Date: 14 August 2024 By:
Complete a self assessment tax return for a previous tax year
Sometimes people need to submit a self assessment tax return for a previous tax year. We answer your key questions on submitting a self assessment tax returns for an earlier tax year.
Date: 30 July 2024 By:
Living within your means: Budgeting tips for a more secure financial future
Achieving financial security requires careful planning, discipline, and a commitment to living within your means. This guide offers practical budgeting tips, including tracking income and expenses, setting realistic financial goals, and managing debt wisely, to help secure a stable financial future.
Date: 24 July 2024 By:
Should I sign a Personal Guarantee for a business loan?
Small business loans often require personal guarantees, posing risks to personal assets if the business defaults. Mitigating these risks through careful selection of loans, setting limits, sharing liability, and obtaining Personal Guarantee Insurance can provide crucial protection.
Date: 24 July 2024 By:
Do I need to make a second payment on account?
Most people who file a self assessment tax return are aware of the January filing and payment deadline - but do you need to make a second payment this July? How to check.
Date: 4 July 2024 By:
What UK tax will you pay if you move to Australia?
If you're thinking of moving to Australia to live or work is blog will help you understand whether you'll need to pay any UK tax.
Date: 3 July 2024 By:
How to successfully pitch your start up to investors
Many small businesses fail to secure funding from investors because their pitch does not accurately outline the opportunity or contains weak financials. Here's how to create an attractive pitch.
Date: 27 June 2024 By:
Build customer confidence by offering secure payment options
Discover how to build customer confidence and secure more sales with secure payment options, alternative payment methods, encryption and robust privacy measures.
Date: 18 June 2024 By:
How to manage your finances as a freelancer
Modern, flexible workers need sophisticated financial services but not necessarily a full business account. Here are some top tips on what to look for when choosing an account.
Date: 12 June 2024 By:
The really simple guide to the basis period reform
If you're a sole trader, business partner or plan to start a sole trader business, basis period changes introduced in April 2024 may well affect you. Read on to ensure you don't lose out on tax relief.
Date: 10 June 2024 By:
How much tax is payable on foster parent income?
Foster parents receive a foster care allowance. The amount is determined by several factors, and it can add up to a significant additional income. We look at the tax implications for foster parents.
Date: 6 June 2024 By:
Innovative methods for organising your business finances
Modern tech can transform your financial management regardless of how small your business is. Discover seven ways to organise your finances.
Date: 22 May 2024 By:
Understanding AIM: opportunities and risks
Investing in AIM presents a unique set of opportunities and challenges. We look at how tools like AIM RNS can help you stay informed and improve your ability to navigate this dynamic market.
Date: 20 May 2024 By:
Paying tax on crypto gains
5.6 million people own crypto assets in the UK. Many do not realise that they might have to pay tax when they dispose of their assets. Here's how to pay tax on your crypto gains.
Date: 2 May 2024 By:
What is billing and revenue management (BRM)?
A billing and revenue management (BRM) system can simplify billing and invoicing and reduce the risk of bad debts. We explore the functionality of BRM software.
Date: 25 April 2024 By:
Time to start preparing for MTD for ITSA
The rollout of Making Tax Digital is continuing. Next up will be Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment. Here's what you need to know so that you can start preparing.
Date: 19 April 2024 By:
A quick guide to how trust deeds work in Scotland
Are you struggling with debt? Do you live in Scotland? A trust deed could help you consolidate your debts and agree manageable repayments. Find out more here.
Date: 16 April 2024 By: