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If you think you’ll be reading about lots of techy articles on latest tax changes, then you’re looking at the wrong accountant’s blog!

Check in here for regular updates on all things that you need to know as a business owner (not just accounting!), musings from chief leopard Vikki Moody and guest posts from colleagues and fellow entrepreneurs.

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How to plan to make your 2017 the best year ever read more ►read less ▼

December 6, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, Budget, forecasting, taxVikki

You’re probably beginning to think about winding down for Christmas, but before you do, it’s really time to think about getting plans into place for 2017. I know, but trust me, it’s better doing it this side of Christmas! To keep your business growing, and on track to achieve the goals you’ve set, it’s important … Continue reading How to plan to make your 2017 the best year ever →

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Starting a business? What you need to know about taxes… read more ►read less ▼

November 22, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, HMRC, tax, tax returnVikki

It’s never been easier to start up your own business. As soon as you register with HMRC (and Companies House if you are starting a Limited Company), you are on your way. But there are many things to learn on the way. Including tax. As an employee, it’s something that’s automatically dealt with before you … Continue reading Starting a business? What you need to know about taxes… →

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10 ways to improve your tax efficiency read more ►read less ▼

November 3, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, personal finance, taxVikki

I have a thing about not paying tax. Legally of course! Any way I can advise a business or individual and help them to pay less tax feels like job done to me! So below, I’ve listed some ways in which you can save tax, and reduce the amount you may be paying. Various reliefs, … Continue reading 10 ways to improve your tax efficiency →

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An accountant is for life, not just for a tax return read more ►read less ▼

October 24, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, tax, tax returnVikki

Sure, you can use an accountant for a tax return. But you know what? You’re not using them to their full potential. Accountants sit through years of exams to become qualified, and even then, they have to be constantly monitored and undertake training just to retain the qualification they’re given and to be a member … Continue reading An accountant is for life, not just for a tax return →

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The Striped Leopard Tax Return Survival Guide read more ►read less ▼

October 10, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, HMRC, tax, tax returnVikki

This guide is intended to give you all the information you need, and tips for filling in your form. What documents you need, and what you should declare, not forget to include, and what you may not even know you need to tell HMRC about. So take a look now, to give yourself plenty of … Continue reading The Striped Leopard Tax Return Survival Guide →

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How to deal with HMRC when it comes to your tax return read more ►read less ▼

September 26, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, HMRC, tax, tax returnVikki

Notice the timing of this blog post. Not in January. And early enough in October that you have plenty of time if you want to file a paper tax return. Every year, I’m astounded by the number of people that leave it to the last minute, and have this mad panic on self-assessment deadline day. … Continue reading How to deal with HMRC when it comes to your tax return →

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How to never chase clients for payment again read more ►read less ▼

September 13, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, cash flow, late paymentVikki

Late payments. Probably two words that send a chill down any small business owner’s spine. Chasing overdue invoices can be such a chore, especially if your day-to-day contact for the work is the same person who pays the bills. You spend all your time building a relationship with them, and then you’re worried about causing … Continue reading How to never chase clients for payment again →

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Managing your personal finances as an entrepreneur read more ►read less ▼

August 26, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, budgeting, cash flow, personal financeVikki

Running a business isn’t a 9-5 role, and as an entrepreneur, you will inevitably be tied up with your business in more ways than one. This includes your personal finances. Most entrepreneurs will use their personal finances to fund their start-up, and it’s well-known that, especially in the first couple of years of operating, salaries … Continue reading Managing your personal finances as an entrepreneur →

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10 ways to ensure a smooth cash flow read more ►read less ▼

August 18, 2016Latest Newsaccountancy, budgeting, cash flowVikki

What exactly does cash flow mean and why is it so important to a business? As the name suggests, cash flow is the movement of money into and out of a business. Money coming in from sales of products, or client fees etc., and money going out to pay suppliers, salaries etc. So the balance … Continue reading 10 ways to ensure a smooth cash flow →

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Shared Parental Leave & How To Make Use Of It read more ►read less ▼

July 5, 2016Latest Newsequal rights, maternity leave, maternity pay, new baby, paternity leave, paternity pay, shared parental leave, shared parental pay, stay at home dadVikki

It’s Been a While! I haven’t written a blog for rather a long time. Almost a year in fact, which is pretty rubbish of me. It isn’t as if nothing has happened in that year. In fact, my life has been changed, absolutely and completely as I have a 7 month old daughter. . Part … Continue reading Shared Parental Leave & How To Make Use Of It →

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