Mother’s Day in Nottingham: Best Places for Gifts, Meals & Days Out

Photo by alleksana: https://www.pexels.com/photo/scrabble-tiles-on-pink-surface-6955466/ Mother’s Day deserves more than last-minute panic buying at the supermarket. Nottingham’s independent shops, creative workshops, and excellent restaurants give you proper options for celebrating thoughtfully. Here’s everything you need to plan something your mum will actually remember. Celebrating Mother’s Day in Nottingham Mother’s Day 2026 falls on Sunday, March 15th,

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2nd DRAFT Can you rent personal assets to your limited company?

As professional accountants, some of the questions we’re most frequently asked by limited company owners are about tax relief. It’s often a delicate balancing act between the benefits for the company and the individual. What may surprise you is that there is one particular legal ‘loophole’ that is beneficial to both. As a director, you

How to build a financially strong business in 2025

Building a financially strong business can be summed up in a few words – know your figures!! I will explain what I mean by this and why it is so important. Planning A business plan when you first set up a business is a great idea and can often help you get funding and start

Small Business Accounting Made Easy: Tips from the Experts

I would guess that you started your own business as you found something that you were really good at and could make a living from, not because you thought it would be fun to collect receipts, chase debts and prepare accounts and tax returns. However, we can help you make this as pain free as

Do I pay VAT on Shopify fees?

Shopify is a great place to grow your online store, but understanding the tax implications – especially Shopify VAT – can be challenging. If your Shopify business is based in the UK, and you have added your VAT number to your account, you shouldn’t have to pay VAT on Shopify fees. Instead, it will be

How do I arrange my payment plan with HMRC?

Sometimes, tax bills feel like they hit at the worst possible moment. An unexpected tax bill may catch you off-guard, or life can simply get in the way. Try not to worry, though. HMRC can be helpful if you’re going through financial difficulties and may be able to offer a payment plan to give you

Do I need to pay tax on things I sell online?

Selling handmade crafts or second-hand clothes online might feel like a smart way to make some extra cash, but did you know your hobby could land you a tax bill from HMRC? Whether you’re selling on eBay, Etsy or even through social media, you need to know your tax obligations before you start making money

How to account for VAT on imports in the UK

Importing goods into the UK should be straightforward, right? But, as many online business owners often discover, the rules around import VAT can be a little complicated. Don’t worry, though – our guide will give you a clear overview of what happens when goods arrive in the UK and, more importantly, what you need to

How to pay VAT in the UK

We understand just how important your time is as a hard-working business owner. If you’re spending all your time doing manual accounting tasks, then you’ll have less time to spend actually growing your business. That’s why keeping the accounting admin straightforward is so important – this includes paying your VAT bill. When it comes to

How do I get a VAT certificate?

So you’ve made it through the dreaded VAT registration process (congratulations!). You’ll soon receive a certificate to prove you are officially VAT-registered. But what is a VAT certificate? And where can you get one? In this blog, our expert VAT accountants explain everything you need to know about VAT certificates and why they are so important. We’re

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