by Georgi Rollings | 14th July 2025 | Our Ethos, Xero
Most small business owners don’t get excited about accounting software. And for good reason! It can feel like another item on a never-ending to do list. But when your accountant not only knows how to use tools like Xero well, but also tailors your Xero setup to fit...
by Georgi Rollings | 26th February 2025 | Making Tax Digital, Our Ethos
Running a small business isn’t easy. You’re juggling everything – from sales and marketing to customer service and admin – while also trying to keep your finances in order. With so many digital tools available to make things easier, it’s tempting to...
by Georgi Rollings | 12th February 2025 | Landlords, Making Tax Digital, Sole trader
Big changes are coming for how self employed individuals and landlords manage their taxes. The government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative aims to make the UK tax system more modern and user-friendly. While this may sound daunting, don’t worry—we’ve got you...
by Georgi Rollings | 4th August 2024 | Bookkeeping, Xero
At Starfish, we’re big fans of embracing technology to make life easier. It’s why we use digital accounting (we love Xero!) instead of working with spreadsheets and paper documents. Aside from being better for the environment, cutting out paper in favour of digital...
by Georgi Rollings | 8th June 2024 | Being an employer, Xero
Running a small business comes with a stack of responsibilities, from doing the actual work to processing payroll for your team, and everything in between. One critical aspect that often gets overlooked is how you manage payments. Making payments to your suppliers and...