Why you need a Government Gateway account and how to set one up
The Government Gateway is a central place where you can register to use online Government services. The User ID and password you receive as part of the sign-up process will enable you access many of HMRC’s digital services including your personal tax account. As best...
When should I register for VAT?
VAT can be a source of curiosity and confusion for business owners. Do you have to register for it or do you choose to? When is it necessary? And why? Is it a good thing? Though you can choose to voluntarily register for VAT at any time, there is a VAT registration...
Finding a good accountant, not a cheap one
Around 20% of UK companies fail within their first year. According to figures from the Office for National Statistics, only 42.4% of businesses are still trading five years after being set up – and those stats pre-date COVID. Typically, one of the main causes is...
What is the process to pay a dividend
You want to pay a dividend because you’ve heard it’s the most tax-efficient way of taking an income from the business. But the process isn’t as simple as just drawing out cash. With dividends, its important you follow the right steps. HMRC are hot on compliance checks...
Six top tips to set off on the best foot with Xero bookkeeping
Rather than a necessary evil, bookkeeping is vital to the success of your business. You’ve chosen Xero because you know having the best technology on your side is going to make it far easier on you to get the bookkeeping done and see that success faster. In the past,...Follow Starfish Accounting
