If you’re self-employed or receive income outside of PAYE, one important date to keep in mind is 31 July 2025. This is the deadline for making your second payment on account towards your 2024/25 tax bill. Understanding payments on account Payments on account are advance payments towards your self-assessment tax bill. HMRC uses them to […]
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When you think of Ant Middleton, you probably picture the no-nonsense ex-Special Forces guy from SAS: Who Dares Wins. But in a recent twist, Ant and his wife Emilie have found themselves in a spot of bother… not on a battlefield, but in the boardroom. As of March 2025, the couple has been banned from
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Across your business plan, there are many jobs and processes that AI and automation can have a huge impact on. And don’t feel guilty about using this technology. Because between managing finances, handling customer inquiries, and trying to grow your company, there never seems to be enough hours in the day for small business owners.
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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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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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There are various tax reliefs for small businesses and contractors that can ease the financial pressures that come at the end of each fiscal year. As a small business or contractor in the UK, understanding the tax reliefs available to you can make a significant difference to your financial health. The UK government offers a
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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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