Dad, accountant for contractors, consultants and freelancers, environmentalist and cyclist

Bristol
Joined June 2011
No matter what industry you're in, you'll always come across problem clients that never pay on time. You can't completely solve this issue, but there are things you can do to get paid faster. Read all about it here: focusaccountancy.co.uk/post/… #accountingandaccountants
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Child Benefit Tax Payment Option Expands If you pay the Child Benefit tax charge, you may now switch to PAYE for payment, avoiding self-assessment. Check if you qualify before 2027 deadline. #ChildBenefit #Tax #HMRC tinyurl.com/2s3b7z5m
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Starting out as a contractor or freelancer? Remember that you and your business are separate. Make sure you have a separate business bank account and that the money belongs to the company. For more tips on starting out as a contractor see our article: focusaccountancy.co.uk/post/…
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Education providers may reclaim VAT after court ruling A Court of Appeal ruling opens the door for some education providers to claim VAT refunds, pending HMRC's Supreme Court appeal decision. #education #VAT #legalnews tinyurl.com/38v6vywb
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New Tax Rules for Company Directors Company directors filing self-assessment need to report details on close companies and dividends from 2025-26. Prepare your info for smooth filing. #taxupdate #directors #HMRC tinyurl.com/3cy8ddrs
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Contractors, freelancers and consultants: make sure you get paid on time. Consider insuring your invoices or factoring so you're sure you'll get paid. For more tips on how to get paid on time, read the full article here: focusaccountancy.co.uk/post/… #accountingandaccountants
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We're delighted to share this testimonial from one of our clients, Bella Organ. For more reviews and case studies, feel free to go to our website: focusaccountancy.co.uk/revie… #accountingandaccountants
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#consultanttip- If you can send a substitute to provide the same service as you, it proves that you are not delivering a personal service, and therefore you cannot possibly be an employee. This helps you prepare for #IR35. focusaccountancy.co.uk/ #accountingandaccountants
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New customs platform for NI-GB trade New TSS customs platform goes live 20 Oct 2026 for NI-GB trade. Pre-enrol from 1 Oct to keep moving goods hassle-free. Prepare now or miss out. #Customs #NorthernIreland #Trade tinyurl.com/bdcwub4y
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Limted company, self-employed or employed? There are benefits and drawbacks to all, so make sure you consider each option carefully. Our article will help with that, so read the full text here: focusaccountancy.co.uk/post/… #accountingandaccountants
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UK property gains reporting alert Certain UK property sellers must report gains to HMRC within 60 days or risk penalties. This applies even if you don't usually do a tax return. Stay informed now. #PropertyTax #UKFinance #HMRC tinyurl.com/35y9xtxf
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HMRC never send notifications of tax rebates or ask you for personal or payment information by email or text message. For help identifying #fake #HMRC communications see our guide here: focusaccountancy.co.uk/post/… #accountingandaccountants
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Capital Allowances Restricted for Early Project Costs Capital allowances on predevelopment costs face restrictions after a Supreme Court ruling. Businesses should review their tax positions carefully now. #tax #capitalallowances #business tinyurl.com/yc89r7ut
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Confused by correspondence with your #accountingandaccountants? We've got a jargon buster on our website to help you get to grips with accountancy terms: focusaccountancy.co.uk/jargo… #accountingandaccountants
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HMRC Targets Medical Consultancy Income HMRC is asking medical consultants to check consultancy income on tax returns within 30 days or risk penalties and compliance checks if errors are found. #tax #HMRC #medical tinyurl.com/4yx5pbrh
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We're delighted to share this testimonial from one of our clients, Lucy Cripps. For more reviews and case studies, feel free to go to our website: focusaccountancy.co.uk/revie… #accountingandaccountants
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Corporation tax breaks new records UK corporation tax receipts have topped £100 billion for the first time, signalling a major shift in the nation's fiscal landscape and business contributions. #Tax #Finance #CorporationTax tinyurl.com/4pxapmha
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New vaping tax takes effect in UK A new vaping tax charges £2.20 per 10ml in the UK, with mandatory duty stamps rolling out now. Keep an eye on your vape products starting today. #vaping #UKtax #regulation tinyurl.com/54t9myfw
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#contractortip - If you're operating through a limited company, get an accountant involved early on. Getting an accountant after your year-end, means you'll have often missed tax-saving opportunities that an accountant could have easily identified for you. focusaccountancy.co.uk/
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Starting out as a contractor or freelancer? Keep good records. This will make doing your accounts easier, and will also help you in case HMRC query past issues. Keep everything for at least 7 years. More tips here: focusaccountancy.co.uk/post/… #accountingandaccountants
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