Our research shows that 95% of sole traders don’t keep records of journeys, which means they have to claim for petrol rather than mileage. When you claim for petrol, you have to split the bill between business and personal use. Thus, you could lose out if you do a great deal of driving for business…
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Should Small Business Owners Still Form A Limited Company?
“With the much reduced dividend allowance coming in from April 2018, does it still make sense to form a limited company or should I continue to operate as a sole-trader?” This is a question I get asked all the time and the answer, unfortunately, is “it depends”. Forming a limited company can often be driven…
Read MoreKeeping business finances separate
Top tip- keep business and personal finances separate by opening a separate business bank account and be meticulous in how you spend money from it. One of the easiest ways to open a business account is to make an appointment at your local branch and speak to an advisor. Explain that you wish to open…
Read MoreMaking Tax Digital – An Update
MTD presentation LeeP Accountants Jun 17 Confused or bemused by HMRC’s Making Tax Digital (MTD)? What does Making Tax Digital really mean? How will it affect you? Does MTD mean quarterly reporting? Is my business exempted from Making Tax Digital? What’s New? On 13 July 2017 the government announced that MTD would be delayed for business until…
Read MoreHow To Avoid Late Filing Penalties – Self Assessment Tax Return
Many business owners will know that there are a few deadlines they face when running their own business. The most infamous deadline being their Self Assessment Tax Return. The deadline for this is almost invariably 31st January of the year following the tax year, so the deadline for the 16-17 tax year is 31st January…
Read MoreTop Five Accountant’s Tips – LeeP Accountants Your Local Accountants In Peterborough
The life of a business owner is jam packed with ups, downs, mistakes and advice you wish you’d known from the start. The following five accounting tips — from bookkeeping to hiring a small business accountant — will prevent future financial mishaps. The rise of small businesses in line with the on line revolution has…
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