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How members of Generation Z make their money
The 9-5 commute is well and truly on its way out. Why the latest entrants to the job market see flexible working and freelance hustling as the future.
Date: 26 November 2019 By:
Getting a car loan with a bad credit score
Having a poor credit rating can be frustrating - but you still have options when it comes to financing a car purchase. What to bear in mind.
Date: 13 November 2019 By:
Getting a mortgage with a poor credit history
Nearly one in five small business owners has an adverse credit history. If you’re one of them, but still dream of owning your own home, read on.
Date: 6 November 2019 By:
A guide to the UK for US expats - taxes, culture and travel
Most Americans find the UK is a wonderful place to live, work or retire to. However, it pays to be prepared for any sticky issues you may encounter.
Date: 30 October 2019 By:
Five business expenses you didn’t know you could claim
Millions of self-employed people miss out on tax savings by failing to claim the expenses they're entitled to. Don't be one of them - start here.
Date: 28 October 2019 By:
How to help accountancy clients with the paper tax return
If you're struggling to support clients who would prefer to file their Self Assessment offline, Mike Parkes of GoSimpleTax has some helpful tips.
Date: 24 October 2019 By:
Are you paying too much when you send money abroad?
More and more people are choosing to work in one country while living or supporting family in another. How to send money overseas cost-effectively.
Date: 17 October 2019 By:
Making Tax Digital - do you need VAT bridging software?
To make things easier, HMRC is allowing you to file MTD VAT returns using bridging software if your system isn’t compliant yet. Find out more.
Date: 27 September 2019 By:
Bridging loans for building developers: the pros and cons
Sometimes building developers need a short-term loan at short notice. A bridging loan might help - providing you're aware of all the pros and cons.
Date: 20 September 2019 By:
Are you declaring all your earnings to HMRC?
If you earn on top of your regular income - for example, from property or savings - you're obliged to tell HMRC and pay any tax that may be owed.
Date: 16 September 2019 By:
Right To Buy mortgages explained
Council tenants who qualify for Right to Buy could find their path to home ownership is a lot smoother - but it doesn’t solve every problem.
Date: 29 August 2019 By:
Five things your start up needs to succeed
Starting a business is exciting and challenging but getting these five things in place can significantly improve your chances of success.
Date: 21 August 2019 By:
Do you know your business credit score?
Your business credit score might affect the terms of any future loans - and whether you can get one at all. But do you know how to find yours out?
Date: 19 August 2019 By:
An accountant’s role in digitising VAT and tax affairs
Now the picture has cleared on Making Tax Digital roles and responsibilities, Mike Parkes of GoSimpleVAT explains the role of accountants in MTD.
Date: 13 August 2019 By:
Are you running late for the digital VAT return deadline
If you haven't signed up with HMRC to file digital VAT returns and your turnover is over £85,000, you are about to miss an important VAT deadline.
Date: 30 July 2019 By:
Don't fall foul of 'landlord tax' changes
Even though an increasing number of entrepreneurs are investing in buy-to-let properties, tax law is far from clear. Two recent changes explained.
Date: 24 July 2019 By:
Three ways to finance your new construction project
Raising funds for building projects can be tricky - not least because you're selling something that doesn't exist yet. Three smart finance options.
Date: 9 July 2019 By: