James Clayton 
Got a reminder that your confirmation statement is overdue? First things first: don’t panic. There are no automatic financial penalties for filing late, and sorting it out is genuinely straightforward. Here’s everything you need to know to get it filed and put your mind at ease. What Is a Confirmation Statement? A confirmation statement (officially … Read more
Let’s be honest. For a lot of UK small business owners, Making Tax Digital (MTD) feels like just another piece of confusing government red tape. You might be sitting there wondering what exactly you are supposed to be doing differently, or dreading the next submission deadline. If your past experience with tax returns involves late … Read more
Companies House has introduced new rules meaning directors and business owners now need to verify their identity. It sounds like a massive administrative headache, but thankfully, using the GOV.UK One Login mobile app makes the process pretty quick and painless. Best of all? It is completely free. Here is how to get it sorted in … Read more
Earning over £100,000 is a great milestone. But thanks to the tax rules, it can also trigger a massive financial headache. If your income creeps even £1 over the £100k mark, you completely lose your tax free childcare and your free childcare hours. It is an absolute cliff edge. To get these benefits, both parents … Read more
Electric vehicles (EVs) are popping up everywhere. Whether you are eyeing up a Tesla or a Polestar, the tax rules can be a bit of a minefield. Because EVs have so many incentives (like 2% Benefit in Kind and zero road tax), many people assume they are also VAT-free. Spoiler alert: They aren’t. But, depending … Read more
Let’s be honest. Looking at a tax bill when the cash flow just isn’t there is one of the most stressful parts of running a business. Whether it is rising costs or a client who hasn’t paid you on time, sometimes the numbers just don’t add up by the deadline. If you are in this … Read more
ANNA does things a bit differently. Since the whole bank lives in a chat interface, getting your statement is literally as easy as sending a text message. No digging through menus required. Sorted in seconds. How easy it to file a tax return with Dead Simple Accounting?
PayPal is a staple for many of our clients, from freelancers to e-commerce sellers. While the platform is great for getting paid, navigating the reports section can sometimes feel a bit clunky. Here is how to grab the statements and data we need to keep your accounts sorted. Note: While PayPal provides these reports, they … Read more
SumUp is brilliant for taking payments on the go, and getting your data out is just as easy. Whether you prefer the app or the desktop site, here is how to get your payout reports over to us so we can keep your accounts sorted. Option 1: The Desktop Way (Recommended) We generally prefer you … Read more
Exporting your bank statements from Virgin Money is a straightforward process that enables efficient financial management and seamless sharing with your accountant. Follow these steps to download your statements: By regularly exporting your statements, you maintain accurate financial records, facilitating smoother accounting and tax preparation. How easy it to file a tax return with Dead … Read more
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