The Accountactical Blog
Practical accounting, tax and compliance guidance for London businesses, written by our ACCA-qualified team.
When Do I Have to Register for VAT in 2026/27?
You must register for VAT once your taxable turnover for any rolling 12-month period goes over £90,000 — the registration…
Read article →How Much Does It Cost to Employ Someone in the UK in 2026/27?
For the 2026/27 tax year, the true cost of employing someone in the UK is typically 10–15% more than their…
Read article →How Much Tax Will I Pay Through Self Assessment in 2026/27?
If you are self-employed in the 2026/27 tax year, you pay no Income Tax on your first £12,570 of profit,…
Read article →How Much Corporation Tax Will My Small Limited Company Pay in 2026/27?
For the 2026/27 tax year (the financial year beginning 1 April 2026), a small limited company pays Corporation Tax at…
Read article →
Why Bookkeeping Is Essential For Small Businesses in London?
Running a small business in London means managing many responsibilities at once. You are dealing with customers, suppliers, staff, and…
Read article →
Accounting For E-Commerce Businesses in London
Running an e-commerce business in London can feel fast and unpredictable. Sales can grow quickly, new products are launched regularly,…
Read article →
VAT Threshold Explained For London Businesses
If you run a business in London. The VAT threshold can feel like a problem for “future you” until sales…
Read article →
Accounting For London Property Investors & Landlords
Property can be a strong long-term asset, but the numbers behind it need to be managed with the same discipline…
Read article →
Accounting for Freelancers & Contractors in London
Freelancers and contractors in London often earn well, but the financial admin behind that income can become complex quickly. Payments…
Read article →
Do London Startups Need Monthly Accounting?
Startups move quickly as decisions are made fast, cash moves in and out unpredictably, and the business model often changes…
Read article →Need advice you can act on?
Talk through your situation with an ACCA-qualified accountant. Free 30-minute consultation, no obligation.