What is a sole trader?

What is a sole trader?

A sole trader is an individual who trades on his/her own on a self-employed basis. If you start working for yourself as a sole trader, you will own and run your business as an individual and will keep all the business’ profits after taxes. A sole trader is: liable to...
Why do I need an accountant?

Why do I need an accountant?

When starting a new business most people are told to get themselves an accountant. However, many people wonder 1, what an accountant can actually do for them and 2 if they really need one so why do I need an accountant? So what will an accountant do for me? Everyone...
Quickbooks ProAdvisor Status

Quickbooks ProAdvisor Status

North Devon Accounts expertise in Quickbooks has been recognised with the awarding of Quickbooks ProAdvisor Status. This means that we are qualified providers of Quickbooks. Our services include setting up your Quickbooks account, training for you and your staff and...
5 top tips for doing your own bookkeeping

5 top tips for doing your own bookkeeping

Here are 5 top tips for doing your own bookkeeping, doing your own bookwork can seem a daunting task when you are starting a business. However, good bookkeeping is crucial to the day-to-day running of a business. Here are five top tips to help get you started. Start...