IR35 Changes in April 2020 What I need to do!

    Changes to IR35 in April 2020 and how to protect yourself as a contractor.  

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What you need to do for Making Tax Digital (MTD)

From April 2019, most VAT registered businesses with a turnover above £85,000 must keep their VAT records digitally and use Making Tax Digital compatible software to submit their VAT Returns. We explain what you need to do.

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Metro Bank Business Account

With Metro Bank being one of the fastest growing banks in the UK, we have pleasure in announcing preferential rates for any of our clients. Find out more about the benefits we can offer such as ongoing free banking and automated bank feeds.

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Christmas allowances in 2018

Did you know that HRMC provides exemptions from tax and National Insurance on limited company Christmas parties for employees? Find out what you need to do to take advantage.

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October Budget 2018 for contractors and SME’s alike

The Budget, what it really means It’s hard to follow the budget with full attention…let’s be honest, it resembles a late night brawl in a pub at points with all the incoherent moaning and heckling but here’s the most important things we think you should know about. IR35 We’ve been waiting with bated breath to […]

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IFA for contractors and small business owners

Hi my name is Alan Cripps. I’m a Independent Financial Advisor with 35 Years experience, living in Abbots Langley with my wife and 2 children.  Branching out on my own 6 years ago to become a fully Independent Financial Advisor meaning I’m able to use the whole of the Financial Markets to review and make recommendations for […]

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Making Tax Digital (MTD): In simple terms

In 2009, My Accountant Friend opened it’s doors to Making Tax Digital (MTD) for all their clients. For the majority of the accountants, way back when, online accounting was seen as insecure and sticking to spreadsheets was the safe, boring option.  How we laugh now! HMRC are making tax digital for all individuals and businesses […]

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Accountants in Milton Keynes for Startups

Milton Keynes is thriving with new start up businesses an here at MAF it is music to our ears. Our main man Kenny Fitzgerald ACCA has designed an accountancy package aimed to enhance your business, not only with tax saving tips but also introducing your business to his network of businesses in the Milton Keynes […]

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Questions from the self-employed: How do I close my company?

It’s not the most positive article we’ve ever had to write, but we’re all about helpfulness here at My Accountant Friend. One of the questions many self-employed people find they may have to consider is “How do I close my company?” As HMRC are inevitably going to have to be involved, it’s not as straightforward […]

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