Aug 28, 2026 | Current Guides, HMRC, Income Tax, Landlords, Sole Trader, Tax
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax became mandatory for the first group of sole traders and landlords in April 2026. The first quarterly update deadline has now passed, but HMRC believes a significant number of people who should be using MTD have not yet signed up....
Aug 21, 2026 | Business Start Ups, Current Guides, Information, Limited Company, Making Tax Digital, Tax
Running a business means making decisions about money, tax and the future of your business. An accountant can help you make those decisions with a clearer understanding of the numbers behind them. For some businesses, working with an accountant begins with...
Aug 14, 2026 | Current Guides, HMRC, Income Tax, Making Tax Digital, Self-Assessment, Sole Trader
Your MTD quarterly update has been submitted. So, what happens next? For those who joined Making Tax Digital for Income Tax from April 2026, submitting that first quarterly update is an important milestone. But it is only one part of the new MTD process. Once your...
Aug 7, 2026 | Current Guides, FAQ, HMRC, Income Tax, Information, Tax
The summer holidays are well underway, and while there’s still plenty of time to enjoy them, many families are already looking ahead to the months ahead. School uniforms, new shoes, lunches, childcare and after-school activities can all add to household costs....
Jul 31, 2026 | Current Guides, Expenses, Information, Self-Assessment, Tax
Keeping accurate mileage records could reduce your tax bill and help you stay on the right side of HMRC. If you use your own vehicle for business, you may be able to claim tax relief on the miles you travel. Many business owners either miss legitimate claims or claim...
Jul 27, 2026 | Current Guides, Information, National Insurance, PAYE, Payroll, Pensions, Tax
Attracting and keeping good employees isn’t always about paying higher salaries. A well-chosen benefits package can make your business a more attractive place to work while offering valuable tax advantages. Many employee benefits allow your business to claim...
Jul 24, 2026 | Current Guides, Information, Self-Assessment, Sole Trader, Tax
Paying the right National Insurance contributions helps protect your future benefits while keeping your tax affairs up to date. If you’re self-employed, understanding how National Insurance works is an important part of running your business. What are National...
Jul 17, 2026 | Current Guides, HMRC, Information, Making Tax Digital, Sole Trader, Tax
If you’re one of the thousands of sole traders or landlords who joined Making Tax Digital (MTD) this April, your first quarterly update is almost here. For many people, this will be the first time they’ve submitted business information to HMRC using...
Jul 3, 2026 | Current Guides, HMRC, Income Tax, Information, Self-Assessment, Tax
North Devon Accounts helps business owners and self-employed taxpayers understand upcoming tax liabilities and avoid unexpected HMRC bills. For many people, the 31 January Self Assessment deadline receives plenty of attention. The second Payment on Account due on 31...
Jun 26, 2026 | Current Guides, HMRC, Information, National Insurance, PAYE, Payroll
North Devon Accounts helps businesses manage payroll accurately and on time, giving employers one less thing to worry about during a busy summer. For many businesses, summer brings a change of pace. Annual leave requests increase, seasonal staff may be needed, and...
