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Kemi Ahmed MAAT
In your First Year of business, it’s tempting to believe success should happen yesterday. You’ve put in the work, launched with enthusiasm, and now… where’s the overflowing bank account you were promised? Here’s the truth: most businesses don’t make a profit in their first year. And that’s not failure—it’s part of the process. Year one […]
Caroline Hancock FCCA
From 6 April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (MTD for ITSA) officially begins its phased rollout. This will be a significant change in how self-employed individuals and landlords report income to HMRC. Who does this apply to? From April 2026, anyone who is self-employed and landlords who have a combined […]
Kemi Ahmed MAAT
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 […]
Cheryl Sharp FCCA
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 – […]
Frankie Allebone
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 […]
Michaela White AATQB
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 […]
Cheryl Sharp FCCA
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, […]
Ellie Antkiewicz
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 […]
Cheryl Sharp FCCA
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 […]