In the dynamic realm of small business finance, one of the most perplexing challenges entrepreneurs face is the discrepancy between their bank balance and their profit and loss (P&L) statement. It’s a common misconception that these two figures should align perfectly, but the reality is often quite different. However, don’t panic! This divergence doesn’t necessarily […]

September feels like the real new year, doesn’t it? With the kids back to school and that fresh autumn energy in the air, it’s the perfect time to refocus on your business goals and set yourself up for a strong finish to the year. That’s exactly why we’re hosting four essential webinars this September – […]

Taking your business abroad can be exciting and potentially tax-deductible. Win – win right?  But when your business trip includes a little sightseeing, fine dining, or an extended stay, things can get murky.  So how much of your business trip abroad can you actually claim? Let’s break it down clearly so you can avoid trouble […]

Can you claim for Food & Drink through your Limited Company? What’s your favourite place for a working lunch? Is it a tea or coffee you need to keep your eyes open for your commute in the morning?  Or on a night out with your biz besties, what’s your cheeky cocktail of choice? Now, how […]

Running a business means juggling countless priorities, and tax planning often gets pushed to the bottom of the pile. But here’s the thing – while you’re focused on growing your business, you could be missing out on thousands of pounds in legitimate tax savings that are sitting right under your nose. At Pink Pig Financials, […]

If you’re ever in a pub quiz, then ‘bookkeeping’ is the answer to ‘what is the only English word with three consecutive double letters?’   You’re welcome, enjoy your free pint 😉   But aside from that … it’s a bit of a weird word isn’t it?   Especially here at PPF, where we are […]

Just like your car needs an annual MOT to keep it roadworthy, your business finances need a regular health check to keep you moving towards your goals. When was the last time you properly looked under the hood of your business finances? If you’re like most business owners, you’re probably too busy actually running your […]

At PPF, one of our core services is Bookkeeping. If we do a client’s bookkeeping it will be done two to three times a week and if you do your own bookkeeping, we suggest you do the same! I know you are now thinking ‘’come on, bookkeeping, that often, really!! Well, if you’re anything like […]

If you’re a limited company director claiming the £312 working from home tax relief (that’s £6 per week), there’s an important change you need to know about. HMRC has tightened up their rules, and it could affect your claim. What’s Changed? From 14 October 2024, HMRC will only accept claims for the £312 flat rate […]