by William Bailey-O'Neill | Feb 24, 2026 | Blog
Working in film and television offers exciting opportunities — but freelance income, short-term contracts and complex expense claims can make tax confusing. Whether you’re a camera operator, producer, editor, runner or performer, understanding your tax position...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Feb 24, 2026 | Blog
Running a business is demanding enough without the added stress of missed tax deadlines. Failing to submit returns or pay tax on time can result in penalties, interest, and unnecessary HMRC attention. Whether you’re a sole trader, limited company director or...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Feb 3, 2026 | Accounting, Blog, Budget, Business, Cloud accounting, HMRC, Personal, Tax
If you’re running a small business, freelancing, or earning rental income, it’s very common to ask: “Do I actually need an accountant — or can I do this myself?” For some people, the answer is “not yet”. For others, having an accountant is essential. This guide...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Feb 3, 2026 | Blog
A clear, practical guide for small businesses, sole traders and landlords If you run a small business, work for yourself, or let out property, it’s completely reasonable to ask: “How much does an accountant cost in the UK?” The honest answer is that costs vary — but...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is one of the biggest changes to the UK tax system in recent years — yet many small business owners are still unclear on what it means for them. This guide explains Making Tax Digital in plain English, who needs to comply, and what you need to...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog
Running a small business in the UK means juggling a lot — and tax deadlines are one of the easiest things to miss. Unfortunately, HMRC penalties aren’t forgiving, even if the mistake was accidental. This guide breaks down the key UK tax deadlines for small business...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog
Introduction Running a small business in Dorset comes with enough challenges — accounting and tax don’t need to be one of them. Whether you’re a sole trader, a landlord or running a limited company, having the right accounting support can save time, reduce stress and...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog
Introduction One of the most common questions we hear from small business owners is:“How much tax should I be saving?” If you don’t set enough aside, tax bills can come as an unpleasant shock. If you save too much, you restrict your cash flow unnecessarily. The right...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Jan 20, 2026 | Blog
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment (commonly referred to as MTD for ITSA) is one of the most significant changes to the UK tax system in recent years. While the rollout has been gradual, the rules are now approaching reality for many sole traders and...
by William Bailey-O'Neill | Jan 20, 2026 | Blog
Staying on top of tax deadlines is one of the most important responsibilities for UK business owners. Missing a filing or payment date can result in automatic penalties, interest charges, and unnecessary stress — particularly if issues are only discovered after HMRC...
