Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
Articles and guides on Self Assessment tax issues for UK small businesses and SMEs.
Tax
What do you need to know about self-assessment as a new sole trader? We've partnered with Sage to tell you more
News
HMRC has announced that it will be restricting access to its helpline at a critical time for many small business owners
Tax
This is despite Making Tax Digital for income tax being rolled out to 2.4m people in 2024, many of whom are unaware of what's happening
News
Late filing and late payment penalties to be waived for one month for self-assessment taxpayers
Tax
The taxman is giving self-employed people an extra month to file their tax return penalty-free. However, payment must be made by January 31
Tax
The deadline for making a tax return is fast approaching so those needing to do so must act now before 31 January
Tax
Emily Coltman, chief accountant at FreeAgent, explores why it may be beneficial to take on the self-assessment tax return early.
News
More than half of SMEs believe there is enough information available about the self-assessment tax.
Accounting
Emily Coltman gives her top tips for getting your books in order now, so you can avoid a self-assessment headache next year.
Accounting
Emily Coltman gives her top tips for small businesses completing their tax return after the deadline.
News
Some 94 per cent of small business owners have not heard of the Making Tax Digital initiative, research finds.
Accounting
FreeAgent is urging businesses to complete their tax self assessment quickly to avoid hefty fines from HMRC.
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