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5 ways to get invoices paid without any awkward conversations

Awkward conversations when chasing late invoices are difficult. Get rid of them with our five tips to ensure your invoic...

9 May, 2019

No-deal Brexit for professional services: How to prepare

What does a no-deal Brexit mean for professional services firms? Read this for advice to help your business as you prepa...

6 May, 2019

How to submit a Making Tax Digital for VAT return

Need to file a Making Tax Digital for VAT return? Our step-by-step advice covers registering with HMRC and what you need...

5 May, 2019

How will Brexit affect businesses? Here's what you need to know

How will Brexit affect businesses? 12 things you need to know

How will Brexit affect businesses? Read this article for 12 answers to questions your company may have as the UK prepare...

2 May, 2019

EORI number: How to apply and trade with the EU after Brexit

Businesses and sole traders may need an EORI number after Brexit. Find out how to get one and get practical advice on im...

8 April, 2019

Holiday entitlement: What small business owners need to know

Understanding holiday entitlement is as important as co-ordinating your staff's work schedules. Read this for tips on ho...

8 April, 2019

Find out what Making Tax Digital for VAT means for your business

Making Tax Digital for VAT: What do HMRC’s updates mean for you?

HMRC has issued details about Making Tax Digital for VAT. Find out what MTD means for businesses and accountants with ou...

4 April, 2019

You can improve cash flow by using business intelligence

How to use business intelligence to get paid and improve cash flow

Accurate financial data is the key to keeping a small business alive. Find out how business intelligence and financial a...

2 April, 2019

Entrepreneur Peter Jones shares his top tips to get your business ready for Making Tax Digital

Making Tax Digital: Top tips from Peter Jones

Entrepreneur and Sage Ambassador Peter Jones shares his advice on Making Tax Digital and reveals his top tips for busine...

1 April, 2019

Trim-It is a mobile barbershop - get your hair cut in a van

Trim-It on winning the challenge of dealing with investors

Dealing with investors can be tricky when you're trying to find funding for your business. Darren Tenkorang of Trim-It s...

20 March, 2019

Make sure you submit your Self Assessment tax return by the 31 January deadline

Top tips for financial year end success

As the financial year end approaches, checking your accounts are in order now could save you a lot of time in the long run.

20 March, 2019

Payroll year end doesn't have to be stressful for your business

Payroll year end checklist: Here’s what your business needs to do

Payroll year end is approaching but there’s no need to panic. If you’ve not put plans in place for it, there’s still tim...

11 March, 2019

What Brexit VAT implications does your business need to be aware of?

Brexit VAT implications: Withdrawal agreement vs no-deal outcomes

Brexit VAT: How businesses manage and pay VAT is likely to change post-Brexit. Here's what your company needs to know ab...

4 March, 2019

Put Brexit preparations in place for your business

Brexit impact on business: Four challenges to tackle

Read this to understand the Brexit impact on business, the challenges business owners face and how to prepare for when t...

1 March, 2019

Does your business need help preparing for Brexit in case of a no deal?

A guide on preparing for Brexit in case of a no deal

Need help with no-deal Brexit planning? Preparing for Brexit is a white paper that will help your business get preparati...

25 February, 2019

Need help creating invoices for your business? This invoice cheat sheet will help

Invoice cheat sheet: What you need to include on your invoices

The complete guide to creating an invoice for your business. This invoice cheat sheet covers the details required for in...

25 February, 2019

Making Tax Digital is HMRC's move to digitise tax

Making Tax Digital: The basics on HMRC’s move to digitise tax

Accountant and Sage Business Expert Sid Moore, of Moore Accountancy, covers the basics on Making Tax Digital and HMRC's ...

21 February, 2019

Understanding the basics of VAT will help your business

What is VAT? UK VAT basics

VAT can be confusing for small businesses. Whether you're not sure what VAT is or you need more help, read this for VAT ...

16 February, 2019

A guide to managing your payroll in-house

Thinking about managing your payroll in-house? Read this guide for advice to help you with this and how payroll software...

15 February, 2019

An ultimate guide to payroll for your small business

Ready to take on employees and need help dealing with payroll for your small business? Read this guide for advice to sta...

15 February, 2019

5 signs your company is ready for business intelligence

Not sure if your company is ready for business intelligence? Find out how it can help you stay on top of the numbers and...

11 February, 2019

Get your free Making Tax Digital guide for businesses

Making Tax Digital: A guide for businesses

Making Tax Digital is the UK government’s initiative to take all tax submission online. Read this then download your fre...

11 February, 2019

Now's the time to get ready for Making Tax Digital

10 top tips to get ready for Making Tax Digital

Now is the time to get ready for Making Tax Digital if you haven't already. A group of business owners have some tips to...

8 February, 2019

Has your business got plans in place for a no-deal Brexit?

No-deal Brexit: What your business needs to consider and plan

A no-deal Brexit might be coming soon. Here's what businesses need to know in areas such as customs, VAT, supply chain, ...

6 February, 2019

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EORI number: How to apply and trade with the EU after Brexit

Making Tax Digital for VAT: What do HMRC's updates mean for you?

How to use business intelligence to get paid and improve cash flow

Latest articles for Small business

5 ways to get invoices paid without any awkward conversations

No-deal Brexit for professional services: How to prepare

How to submit a Making Tax Digital for VAT return

How will Brexit affect businesses? 12 things you need to know

EORI number: How to apply and trade with the EU after Brexit

Holiday entitlement: What small business owners need to know

Making Tax Digital for VAT: What do HMRC’s updates mean for you?

How to use business intelligence to get paid and improve cash flow

Making Tax Digital: Top tips from Peter Jones

Trim-It on winning the challenge of dealing with investors

Top tips for financial year end success

Payroll year end checklist: Here’s what your business needs to do

Brexit VAT implications: Withdrawal agreement vs no-deal outcomes

Brexit impact on business: Four challenges to tackle

A guide on preparing for Brexit in case of a no deal

Invoice cheat sheet: What you need to include on your invoices

Making Tax Digital: The basics on HMRC’s move to digitise tax

What is VAT? UK VAT basics

A guide to managing your payroll in-house

An ultimate guide to payroll for your small business

5 signs your company is ready for business intelligence

Making Tax Digital: A guide for businesses

10 top tips to get ready for Making Tax Digital

No-deal Brexit: What your business needs to consider and plan

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