by vicki | Jul 21, 2025 | Accounting Software, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Small Business Advice
If you’re a sole trader, the short answer is: no, not legally. You can use your personal bank account. But if you want to stay organised, save time, and keep your tax sorted, a business bank account makes a lot of sense. Why it might be a smart move One account...
by vicki | Jul 14, 2025 | Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources
Whether it’s your first tax return or you’re just tired of the last-minute panic, getting ahead before the deadline hits is a game-changer. The tax year ends on 5th April, but you’ve got until 31st January to file. That may be loads of time, but it can be easy for...
by vicki | Jul 7, 2025 | Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Small Business Advice
If you work for yourself- as a sole trader, freelancer, landlord, or side hustler- there’s one question that pops up all the time: Can I claim that as a business expense? Some things are obvious. Others? Not so much. Whether you’re buying tools, working from your...
by vicki | Jun 30, 2025 | Limited Company, Small Business Advice
Starting your own thing? You might be asking if you need to register your business with Companies House. The short answer is… maybe. It depends on how you set things up. If you’re a freelancer, landlord, side hustler, or micro business owner, you’ll usually be working...
by vicki | Jun 23, 2025 | Making Tax Digital (MTD)
If you’re self-employed or a landlord you’ve probably heard the term “Making Tax Digital.” But what does it actually mean? Does it apply to you? And what do you actually need to change? Let’s break it down. What is Making Tax Digital? Making Tax Digital (MTD) is...
