Salary vs dividends for company directors
If you run your own limited company, one of the first questions that comes up is how to pay yourself. Unlike being employed, where a salary is the only option,…
read moreIf you run your own limited company, one of the first questions that comes up is how to pay yourself. Unlike being employed, where a salary is the only option,…
read moreThe hidden cost of poor bookkeeping Poor bookkeeping doesn’t always cause obvious problems straight away, which is exactly why it can be so damaging. Many small business owners only realise…
read moreWhy the start of the tax year matters The start of a new tax year is more than just a date on the calendar. For small business owners, it’s a…
read moreAs 5th April gets closer, a lot of business owners start asking the same question “have I actually claimed everything I’m allowed to?” It’s a good question, because one of…
read moreAs we head towards the end of the tax year, it’s very easy to tell yourself you’ll “sort it next week” and before you know it, 5th April has been…
read moreIf you’re the only director of your limited company and planning maternity leave, payroll can suddenly feel very confusing. You’re not “going to work” in the traditional sense. You don’t…
read moreFor many business owners, August brings a welcome pause. With clients on holiday and workloads a little lighter, it’s the perfect time to do a financial health check. Rather than…
read moreRunning payroll might seem an easy process but it can actually be a complex task due to the regulations, tax codes and legal requirements. Even an experienced business owner can…
read moreNational Insurance (NI) is a government initiative where contributions are paid by employers, employees and self-employed. The payment is used for various state benefits and services such as the NHS…
read moreDecember is always an exciting month; businesses start to slow down and everybody looks forward to a much needed break spending time with friends and family. It is also a…
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