
How to Use Digital Tools to Manage Your Small Business Finances
How to use digital tools to manage your small business finances more efficiently. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upgrade your current systems, you’ll find practical advice, real-world examples, and trusted resources to help you save time, reduce stress, and improve your bottom line.

Essential Business Tools for your Plumbing Business
In this post, we’ll explore the essential business tools for plumbing business owners, with a focus on administrative, accounting, and management solutions. We’ll also include expert tips from an accounting perspective to help you improve efficiency, compliance, and profitability.

What Is Class 4 NIC?
If you’re self-employed in the UK, understanding your National Insurance obligations is vital for staying compliant and avoiding unexpected tax bills. One key component is Class 4 National Insurance Contributions (NICs). But what exactly is Class 4 NIC, how is it calculated, and when do you need to pay it?

How to Handle Corporation Tax for a Partnership or LLP
In this post, we look at the essentials of how to handle corporation tax for a partnership or LLP in the UK, including the latest updates for the 2025/26 tax year. Whether you're starting out or looking to ensure compliance, here’s what you need to know.

Borrowing Money from Your Limited Company
Running a limited company in the UK offers a range of financial and tax planning opportunities, but borrowing money from your own company isn’t as straightforward as transferring funds from one account to another. As a director, you need to understand the tax implications, legal rules, and reporting requirements that apply.

What Is Financial Forecasting?
Financial forecasting is the process of estimating a business’s future financial performance based on historical data, current market conditions, and anticipated trends.

Companies House ID Verification Changes
Companies House has been rolling out voluntary identity verification for company directors, Persons with Significant Control (PSCs), and individuals submitting filings on behalf of a company. This forms part of a wider set of reforms introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA).

Key UK Business Accounting Dates for August 2025
Stay on top of your accounting with this guide to upcoming key UK tax and filing deadlines in August 2025. Avoid penalties with this checklist for businesses and the self-employed.

Donating to Charity Through Your Company
Supporting charitable causes is not only good for society, but it can also be beneficial for your company’s finances and reputation. If you’re considering donating to charity through your business, there are several important tax rules, methods, and compliance requirements to keep in mind.

What is the D0 Tax Code? A UK Guide for Second Incomes and High Earners
If you’ve seen the D0 tax code on your payslip or P45 and wondered what it means you’re not alone. The UK tax system uses various codes to help employers calculate how much tax to deduct from your wages, and D0 is one of the less common but more significant ones.



