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February 15, 2021
A letter from the ICO
You might receive a letter from the Information Commissioner’s Office notifying you that you may need to pay an annual fee called the data protection fee. If you’ve already registered and paid in the last 14 days, then you can ignore the letter. This blog aims to inform you of what the Information Commissioner's Office do and walk you through the importance of data protection.
October 19, 2020
Can I invest funds from my limited company in the stock market?
“Can I do something with my cash reserves to earn a higher return rather than it just sitting in the bank?” For most businesses we will steer you away from share and bond trading in your limited company for various reasons, but mainly because it is more efficient to invest as an individual.
September 29, 2020
Does becoming a limited company reset the VAT threshold?
When a sole trader becomes a limited company, does the turnover of the sole trade count towards the limited company’s VAT threshold, or does it reset? This article explores why converting from a sole trade into a limited company resets your VAT threshold.
August 23, 2020
Which multi-currency bank account is best?
We have taken a look at the key FX players offering multi-currency and cross-border banking solutions for ecommerce and worked through the features and pricing to present a simple comparison.
August 6, 2020
Subsistence Expenses Explained
The majority of business owners do their best to optimise their taxes. One aspect of tax planning is to ensure that you are including all of your correct business expenses. This article aims to explain some of the rules on subsistence expenses.
July 28, 2020
How to make a payment plan with HMRC
Sometimes businesses are unable to pay their taxes on time. This guide will tell you what to do to arrange a payment plan with HMRC.
April 28, 2020
COVID-19 Bounce Back Loan
Information relating to the Bounce Back Loan scheme that was announced by the government on 27th April 2020.
March 26, 2020
COVID-19: Update on Government Support
A summary of the Government's response to the COVID-19 outbreak and what their support packages might mean for you.
March 24, 2020
What do I need to notify my accountant about?
A list of changes to your business that may have an impact on your accounting and reporting requirements. If this applies to you, let your accountant know!
March 7, 2020
Ultimate Guide to Expenses
Here's our ultimate guide to expenses for Sole Traders and Limited Companies
March 2, 2020
What documents am I going to need?
This post describes the documents that we'll ask you for depending on which services you are using. It is worth reading so that you know in advance what you'll need to provide and can keep tidy records.
February 27, 2020
When should I get an accountant?
When should you appoint an accountant (and how late can you leave it)? And what are my deadlines?
February 26, 2020
What does a specialist accountant offer?
The key differences between traditional and specialist accountants, and what it means for you.
February 11, 2020
Which accounting services do I need?
The core accounting services ecommerce businesses use, who needs them, and why.
December 31, 2019
Purchasing a vehicle for company use
Company vehicles rules: fuel costs and mileage, purchasing vs leasing, which vehicles can I use, VAT and tax implications.
October 3, 2019
Amazon Commingling Programme
There are pros and cons to joining Amazon's Commingling Programme. Here's what you should know from an accounting perspective.
September 30, 2019
Director Loan Accounts - How to use them properly
One of our most popular queries. What is the Director Loan Account, what taxes apply, and how to use it correctly.
July 10, 2019
How to create an HMRC Government Gateway account
Creating a government gateway account will allow you to manage your taxes and details with HMRC. Here's how to do it.
August 8, 2018
What is a Limited company?
We take a look at the most common business structure for Ecommerce seller in the UK.
August 3, 2018
What Are Dividends?
Our quick guide to company dividends, what they are and the tax implications for an ecommerce business.
May 5, 2018
Limited Company or a Sole Trader?
The age-old question. See our video blog post to learn more.

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