Avoid these costly VAT mistakes

Small business owners need to take measures to avoid costly mistakes when it comes to calculating, reporting and paying Value Added Tax (VAT). The best way to prevent errors and stay on the right side of HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is to have an expert take care of your VAT affairs. Having a qualified…

What you should include in a business plan

Business plans provide goals to work towards, help identify potential problems, give insight into competitors, and highlight potential opportunities. A great business plan should include a concept, strategy, executive summary, market analysis, competitor analysis, the company’s financials and a clear action plan. Concept This part of the business plan is usually broken down into three…

A new VAT penalty system is now in effect

A major overhaul of VAT penalties came into effect on 1 January 2023. This new approach changes how penalties are applied, as well as how interest is calculated and paid. In this article, we’ll break down what you need to know about the changes. What is changing? The biggest change that businesses can expect is…