The new tax year is upon us so now’s the time to start your business budgeting, but smarter. Entering a new tax year is the perfect time to take a strategic approach to your finances for small business owners and contractors. Business budgeting can help you manage cash flow, reduce unnecessary costs, and set your […]
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If you’re a contractor or small business owner working from home all or some of the time, you’ve probably looked for ways to maximise your business expenses. One area that often sparks debate is home renovations: can you, or should you, put those costs through your business? On the surface, it might seem like a
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Long-term success in business doesn’t mean simply maintaining what you’ve built. It means remaining adaptable, embracing new opportunities, and continuing to innovate. For established businesses, this means adopting a growth mindset – a strategic outlook that advances expansion, resilience, and innovation. At Companion Accountancy, our team of accountants believe this mindset is essential for thriving as
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Finding your next IR35 contract can be a rewarding journey, especially when you’re equipped with the right strategies. As an accountancy firm dedicated to helping and advising small business owners, we’ve put together some key tips to help you navigate this process with confidence and success. 1. Leverage professional networks LinkedIn and specialist forums: Maintain
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As a small business owner or contractor, a great LinkedIn profile should showcase your skills, but that’s not all. LinkedIn has the power to help you to build connections, generate leads, and establish your personal brand. That’s why we love LinkedIn at Companion Accountancy, because it helps our clients to flourish. While many may see
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Don’t panic. Contractors and small business owners in the UK who missed the self-assessment tax return deadline on October 31 still have the chance to submit! There is also an online deadline of January 31, so there is still time to get everything sorted. Here’s what you need to know, the steps you need to
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The UK’s first Autumn Budget under Labour since 2010 has set a decisive tone for the nation’s economic direction. Delivered by our first ever female Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves…
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Knowing the right time and reason to increase your prices or day rate is a challenge for any small business owner. As a contractor or small business owner, knowing when and how to increase your prices or day rates can feel daunting. However, charging what you’re worth is key to maintaining a sustainable business, rewarding
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Individuals with non-traditional job statuses often encounter unequal treatment from lenders because of their unconventional income sources, and it’s unfair. For freelancers, independent contractors, and the self-employed, gaining a mortgage and remortgaging might seem more complex due to the lack of a typical income stream. Nonetheless, there are mortgage options that can be customised to
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