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Small Business
The best online payment apps for small businesses
Online payments are more popular than ever, and there are a lot of apps that can help you deal with them. Here, we summarise some of the best.
7 min read
07 Apr 2021
Small Business
The best CRM systems for small business owners
Discover the best CRM systems for small businesses and expert tips for choosing a CRM software. Integrate your CMS with QuickBooks for optimal usability.
6 min read
07 Apr 2021
Small Business
How to get startup funding in the UK
Find out how to get startup funding in the UK. From government funding to angel investment, we’ll help you choose the route that suits you best.
5 min read
07 Apr 2021
Small Business
How to find your first customers
Finding your first customers can be difficult. In this article, we run through some of the best ways to access your audience and find potential customers.
8 min read
07 Apr 2021
Small Business
How to set up a business website
How do you set up a business website? How much should it cost? And can you create a small business website for free? Explore the five most common options.
4 min read
07 Apr 2021
Small Business
Understanding small business insurance in the UK
Understand the different types of small business insurance, from professional indemnity insurance to health insurance and public liability insurance.
7 min read
07 Apr 2021
Small Business
Understanding your tax responsibilities as a small business owner
The tax you should pay as a small business owner depends on your legal structure: sole trader, limited company, partnership or LLP. Find out more.
10 min read
07 Apr 2021
Small Business
How to do market research for your small business
Market research is big, complicated and absolutely crucial to business success. Here, we break it down into six simple steps.
6 min read
07 Apr 2021
Accountants & Bookkeepers
7 social media strategies for our new normal
As tax and accounting pros, surviving and growing will depend on adapting your social media strategies and connecting with others. Get expert advice here.
6 min read
03 May 2021
How to market your accounting business in less than one hour a week
When it comes to growing your firm or practice, marketing is crucial. Get effective marketing strategies that won't take long and will still help you grow.
6 min read
21 Dec 2020
Self Assessment Deadline
Learn how to take the stress out of the Self Assessment deadline in this useful article. Find out ways to help your clients help you.
4 min read
26 Nov 2020
The numbers add up to start your bookkeeping firm - Firm of the Future
Discover the life-changing benefits of starting your own bookkeeping firm. Also, get expert tips for how to set the path you desire for long-term success.
5 min read
05 Oct 2020
Effective ecommerce tips for your clients
With e-commerce growing more and more, accountants and advisors have a big opportunity to bring clients growth and solutions. Get expert advice here.
4 min read
09 Sep 2020
How to find new clients during COVID-19
Finding new clients and growing your firm during the pandemic is challenging. Get expert tips on how to navigate this tricky time and bring in new clients.
3 min read
27 Aug 2020
Cash flow continuity - guiding clients through challenging times
Understand the importance of doing cash flow forecasts in this useful guide to supporting your clients and their businesses during COVID-19.
5 min read
07 May 2020
MTD deadlines – quarterly submission dates explained
Get to grips with the various MTD deadlines in this summary of the key dates accountants need to know for sign up and submission.
4 min read
26 Jun 2019
How to price clean up work with Mark Wickersham
Not sure about value pricing new clients? Mark Wickersham presents simple steps to make sure you don’t undervalue your services.
5 min read
02 May 2019
Problem client? How our client termination letter template helps you say goodbye
Having trouble with a client? Learn when and why saying goodbye is sometimes the right thing to do. Use our client termination letter template.
5 min read
16 Apr 2019
How to value price for Making Tax Digital
Discover all you need to know about value-based pricing for MTD for accounting firms in this useful article by Mark Wickersham. Get paid what you’re worth.
4 min read
14 Feb 2019
Making Tax Digital Bridging Software – what it is and when to use it
Find out about our Making Tax Digital Bridging Software – what it is and when to use it – in this easy to read guide for accountants.
3 min read
14 Feb 2019
Small Business & Self-Employed
What are retained earnings and how to calculate them
Retained earnings are defined as the accumulated net income of a company that is retained by said company at a specific point in time.
4 min read
05 May 2021
What is amortisation?
Amortisation refers to the action of spreading payments over a specific period of time. Typically refers to the systematic payment of loans.
6 min read
05 May 2021
What is a bank reconciliation?
A bank reconciliation is the process in accounting when a company ensures their bank account balance is reconciled to the financial institution’s bank statement
4 min read
05 May 2021
What Is contribution margin?
The contribution margin gives business owners an idea of how profitable an individual product is. Find out what it is and how it can be used.
2 min read
05 May 2021
What is equity ownership?
Equity is the worth of a company when total liabilities are subtracted from total assets. Owner’s equity refers to an individual or group of shareholders.
6 min read
05 May 2021
What is Venture Capital?
Learn about venture capital and how it can help your business. Startups and small businesses often seek venture capital in place of loans.
3 min read
05 May 2021
21 marketing ideas for small businesses
21 small business marketing ideas to supercharge your growth. Strengthen your brand and reach a new audience with these tried and tested marketing tips.
11 min read
04 May 2021
Small business budget tips
Discover tips on creating and sticking to a small business budget. Learn the benefits of including your whole team, where to cut costs, and more.
10 min read
04 May 2021
Top tips for a better financial forecast
Find out more on how to make better financial forecasts based on your cost and revenue drivers.
5 min read
04 May 2021
Top 5 benefits of using a business credit card
Find out why small businesses should use small business credit cards for their business purchases and how they can help with small business financing.
3 min read
04 May 2021
How to use angel investors to fund your business
Getting enough money to start your business is a challenge, and “find angel investors” is common advice. Here’s how to do that.
10 min read
04 May 2021
What is bookkeeping? A guide to bookkeeping
Learn what a bookkeeper is and what a bookkeeper does to decide whether you need a bookkeeper and how bookkeeping services can help your business.
8 min read
03 May 2021
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