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Could You Save on Childcare Costs with Tax-Free Childcare?

With childcare costs continuing to be a significant expense for many working families, it’s worth checking whether you could benefit from the Tax-Free Childcare scheme. The…

Do You Need to Pay Tax on Your Side Hustle?

August 31, 2026

Turning a hobby into a side business can be a great way to earn some extra income. But if your side hustle is bringing in…

HMRC Contacts Self-Employed People About National Insurance Gaps

August 24, 2026

HMRC is contacting some self-employed individuals whose National Insurance records may contain gaps that could affect their State Pension entitlement. If you receive a letter…

Government Expands SME Growth Guarantee Scheme to Boost Business Lending

August 17, 2026

The Government has announced a significant expansion of the British Business Bank's Growth Guarantee Scheme. This provides greater access to finance for small and medium-sized businesses…

HMRC Proposes New Criminal Offence for Reckless Tax Statements

August 10, 2026

HMRC has launched a consultation on plans to introduce a new criminal offence for individuals who make reckless, untrue statements or declarations in relation to direct taxes,…

Health and Safety for Small Businesses: A Practical UK Checklist

August 3, 2026

Good health and safety for small businesses is not about producing paperwork for its own sake. It is about identifying the things that could cause…

Get paid first – why your salary should be your business’s first monthly expense

Employee vs contractor – what you need to know!

March 6, 20230Comments

Depending on the nature of your business, you may have workers who are employees or contractors, or you may have both. Each has their merits, but it’s important to review…

Don’t miss out on the Tax-Free Childcare program!

February 27, 20230Comments

Don’t miss out on the Tax-Free Childcare program! According to HMRC, more than 400,000 families utilised the Tax-Free Childcare (TFC) scheme in December, and they are now encouraging other eligible families…

Working out an effective marketing budget

February 22, 20230Comments

Working out an effective marketing budget! “How much should I spend on marketing?” Most small business people this question at some stage. Many small business people find working out how much to…

How to create good habits in business

January 18, 20230Comments

How to create good habits in business! If you’re like most small business owners, there are never enough hours in the day to complete every task on your list. Often you’re…

5 signs you’re having cashflow problems

January 13, 20230Comments

5 signs you're having cashflow problems! Whether it’s for personal use or for your business, cash flow is important. The movement of money in and out keeps everything running smoothly, and…

What is lifestyle planning and how does it affect my finances?

January 9, 20230Comments

What is lifestyle planning and how does it affect my finances? When you think of financial planning, you probably imagine ways to increase your wealth, such as making a budget, reviewing…