Almost all UK VAT registered businesses need to comply with new, digital record-keeping requirements under HMRC’s “Making Tax Digital” (MTD) programme. Is your small business ready? At Atkinson Accounts, we have the software up and running; ready for our existing clients. So if you currently use our services for the preparation and submission of VAT.
Sole Trader – Business bank account or personal account?
Before you start trading as a sole-trader you’ll need to ensure your banking facilities are in order. So, do you need to set up a small business bank account for your business, or can you use your own personal bank account? Unlike with a limited company, there is no legal requirement for a sole trader.
Happy Christmas from The Tax Man: allowances for your Christmas party
Somehow, December has snuck up on us again, Christmas is fast approaching. Presents have been bought, trees decorated, mince pies stocked up, and the anticipation for the Christmas party is building. Christmas is a time of giving, so what can you give back to your staff without suffering for in tax? There are a few.
What is a free consultation? Why do we offer one to all new clients?
Many people may ask why invest time in a potential client before we have received a penny? Our aim whilst establishing and continuing to grow Atkinson Accounts, was to help small businesses without the astronomical price tag usually attached to an accountant’s time. Here at Atkinson Accounts, we understand that a crucial part of running.