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Practical accounting, tax and compliance guidance for London businesses, written by our ACCA-qualified team.
How Do I Do the Accounting for My Shopify or Amazon Shop in 2026/27?
Accounting for a Shopify or Amazon shop comes down to five things: record your gross sales — what customers pay,…
Read article →How Do I Claim a CIS Tax Refund in 2026/27?
If you are a sole trader subcontractor, you claim your CIS tax refund through your Self Assessment tax return once…
Read article →Should I Switch From Sole Trader to a Limited Company in 2026/27?
For most sole traders, switching to a limited company in 2026/27 no longer delivers the tax saving it once did.…
Read article →Does Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Apply to Me in 2026/27?
If you are a sole trader or a landlord with qualifying income over £50,000, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income…
Read article →Do I Have to Give My Staff a Workplace Pension in 2026/27?
Yes — if you employ at least one person in the UK, you have workplace pension duties, and they apply…
Read article →What Are Payments on Account for Self Assessment in 2026/27?
Payments on account are advance payments towards your next Self Assessment tax bill. HMRC asks for two each year, due…
Read article →When Are My Limited Company Accounts and Corporation Tax Due in 2026/27?
If you run a private limited company, there are three deadlines to remember. Your annual accounts are due at Companies…
Read article →Do I Pay Tax on My eBay, Etsy or Vinted Sales in 2026/27?
If you are only selling your own unwanted possessions on eBay, Vinted or Facebook Marketplace, you will usually pay no…
Read article →How Does CIS Tax Work for Subcontractors in 2026/27?
Under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), contractors deduct money from payments to subcontractors and pass it to HMRC as an…
Read article →Salary or Dividends: How Should I Pay Myself as a Company Director in 2026/27?
For most small limited company directors, the most tax-efficient way to pay yourself in 2026/27 is still a modest salary…
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