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Why bookkeeping is important for your business

Bookkeeping for business

Bookkeeping refers to the process of systematically recording all the financial transactions that a company undertakes.   It is a subset of the accounting function that involves various activities such as recording transactions, listing debits and credits, maintaining and balancing ledgers, generating invoices, and completing payroll.   Bookkeeping is clerical in nature and is indeed […]

Ease the pain of bookkeeping with Xero

bookkeeping easy with Xero

Cloud accounting is not just a buzzword anymore. It has been recognised as the most efficient way for companies – large and small – to keep their books of accounts in order.   At its simplest, the cloud helps you automate bookkeeping tasks and store all your data safely for any time, anywhere access. And […]

Basics of business accounting: What to know

Basics of business accounting: What to know

When you think of accounting, you might be thinking of a dreary room piled high with paperwork and occupied by hassled, grim-faced accountants. The truth isn’t nearly as bad – business accounting simply requires you to record all your transactions correctly and on time and regularly review your books to gauge your financial performance.   […]

How do I register for VAT?

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VAT can feel a little confusing at first. Is it voluntary? Mandatory? What do you need to do?   You can voluntarily register your business for VAT at any point from day one of setting up a business. However, you are required to register for VAT when your turnover reaches the VAT registration threshold (currently […]

Do I need funding for my business? How do I get it?

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Research carried out by the British Business Bank in 2019 taught us that 56 per cent of SMEs used finance in the previous three years. Most commonly, this finance is made up of bank overdrafts, credit cards, and loans from individuals, closely followed by bank loans and commercial mortgages.    Since 2020, you’ll know from […]

The negative consequences of not declaring rental income

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There are thousands of landlords in the UK, owning and renting out second properties. The majority of these landlords declare their income and pay taxes on the profits on their tax returns because they know the consequences of not declaring rental income.    But what do you do if you have rental income that you […]

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