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Account-Ease is one of the largest accountancy providers in the UK; we offer a great range of property tax advice specifically for landlords or those with second properties. If you receive rental income that exceeds your total expenses, allowances and reliefs. Then you are required to pay tax on this income by submitting a tax […]

What will Self-Assessment tax be for 2022/23? There are usually new UK tax brackets and other updates to thresholds introduced each April. So here are eight Self-Assessment tax changes to understand, from National Insurance hikes to a new plastic packaging tax. 1. What’s the personal allowance 2022/23? The personal allowance in 2022/23 will remain £12,570. This […]

As a contractor, IR35 will have been on your radar for the past two years and making sure that everything you do is IR35 compliant is high on your priorities. If you are self-employed, it is important to know where you stand with IR35. In short, IR35 is the name given to the rules surrounding […]

Millions of workers in the UK will get a pay rise this week when a change to National Insurance (NI) kicks in. From today (6 July). The National Insurance threshold has increased to match the income tax personal allowance, rising from £9,880 to £12,570. The majority of workers however are unlikely to see the rise […]

Bookkeeping is one of the administrative priorities for any self-employed individual. Maintaining accurate records of your income and business expenses is essential as it helps you understand your finances and track progress against any targets or cash needs you may have. Bookkeeping also helps you to provide your accountant with the information they require to finalise and submit […]

With the aid of an accountant you can save your business valuable money and time in the long run. Such savings come from the reduced level of risk of human error and the avoidance of late filing penalties from HM Revenue and Customs due to missed tax deadlines. You do not need the hassle of […]

As a contractor Accountants, you’ll face many challenges, and your ability to overcome them will determine how successful you can be as a self-employed worker. Preparation is key and making sure that you’re in a position to overcome any problems that come your way is paramount. Challenges can range from issues with clients, to managing […]

Apart from the excitement of creating a new product or service, startup entrepreneurs also have the opportunity to design and build a new business culture from the ground up. A viable approach to diversity, equity and Inclusivity (DEI) for a startup firm is more than simply scaling down the procedures used by larger organisations. It […]

It’s been a tough time for small businesses over the past couple of years. In fact, it’s been a tough time for most people. However, no business, big or small, was able to escape the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Now, regulators have warned that the energy price cap will rise further in October to […]

Becoming a contractor can seem daunting. Freelancing and contracting can be a fantastic idea, helping you deliver your skills in a way that is beneficial for your own work/life balance. Being freelance can allow you to spend more time with your family and even earn more money than if you were employed by someone else. […]