by admin | Oct 13, 2025 | Business Accounting
The Information Gap That Holds Small Businesses Back. Over the years, I’ve met hundreds of small business owners who work incredibly hard yet constantly feel like they’re one step behind. They’re busy, committed, and full of ideas, but when it comes to running the...
by admin | Sep 9, 2025 | Business Accounting, VAT
“The VAT threshold isn’t a wall, it’s a doorway. The question is: will you step through?” The VAT Registration “Glass Ceiling” I can’t tell you how many small business owners I’ve met who hit the VAT threshold and immediately slam the brakes on growth. They hover just...
by admin | Jul 22, 2025 | Business Accounting, Business Start-up
1. Introduction: The Forgotten Rulebook of Business If you’re like most small business owners, chances are you’ve never read your company’s Articles of Association. Don’t worry — you’re not alone. In fact, many directors either accept the default version when...
by admin | Jul 11, 2025 | Business Accounting
“Borrowing from Your Business? Here’s What HMRC Wants You to Understand” Introduction: Why You Need to Understand Your Director’s Loan Account As a small business owner and company director, I know how easy it can be to treat your business bank account...
by admin | Jul 7, 2025 | Business Accounting
Dividends for Limited Company Owners: When You Can (and Can’t) Take Them. Introduction: Why Dividends Aren’t as Simple as They Seem If you run a limited company, I’m sure you’ve heard people say, “Just take dividends — it’s more tax-efficient than a salary.” And on...
by admin | Jun 25, 2025 | Business Accounting
Introduction: Why Your Confirmation Statement Matters More Than Ever If you run a limited company, you’ll have heard about the confirmation statement. It might seem like one of those routine admin tasks — file it once a year, job done. But I can tell you, it’s...