How do the trading year and tax year differ, and what effect does it have on my business?
If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between your trading year and the tax year, your curiosity couldn’t have come at a better time. HMRC have recently introduced changes that make distinguishing between the two – and choosing the correct trading year...
How will the upcoming changes to R&D claims affect my small business?
R&D (Research and Development) tax credits have been a fantastic boost when it comes to SMEs being able to invest in research that betters their business. The tax credits have provided a generous allowance that’s opened the door for more small businesses to get...
Why we like to work with women
Girls run the world, according to Beyonce. That is why we like to work with women. And yet it is less than 100 years since women were granted the power to vote! A Bill was passed in 1928, The Representation of the People Act, which finally gave women the same...
What you can start doing about MTD for ITSA now
Despite the current chaos in government all signs point towards Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment – or the snappily named MTD for ITSA – going ahead from April 2024 as planned. Scarily that is now less than 18 months away. As accountants we...
What if Starfish is too expensive for you?
When it comes to finding the right accountant, there’s more to consider than cost alone. It’s important to think about who we are as people and whether we’re the right fit for your industry, style of working and personality. But we can’t ignore that cost is still a...Follow Starfish Accounting
