Category: Self-Employed Advice
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Business Expenses – What You Can and Can’t Claim (UK 2025)
Confused about what business expenses you can claim in 2025? This guide breaks down HMRC rules for UK sole traders and limited companies, with tips to avoid common mistakes.
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From the Village to the Boardroom: Why Every Business Needs a Support Network
Growing a business isn’t a solo act. From VAs to accountants, this post explores the power of building your own village — and why no business owner should go it alone
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MTD Deadlines and Reporting Rules: What Self Employed and Landlords Must Know.
When will MTD apply to you? This guide covers all income thresholds, start dates, and quarterly submission deadlines for self-employed and landlords.
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Sole Trader vs Limited Company — Which is Better for Tax?
Choosing between a Sole Trader and a Limited Company affects your tax, liability, and business structure. This guide breaks down the pros and cons, tax rules, and how to decide what’s right for you.
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Top Ways to Legally Pay Less on Your Self-Assessment Tax Bill
Nobody wants to overpay tax — especially when there are legal ways to reduce your bill. From expense claims to pensions and the Trading Allowance, here’s how business owners can pay less tax while staying on HMRC’s good side.
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About Me
From a childhood bakery in Zambia to founding a modern UK accountancy firm, Dora Ngoma shares the story behind Grace Certified Accountants — and why people come first.
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Why Do People Leave Their Tax Returns Late?
Many business owners delay their tax returns until it’s almost too late. Here’s why — and how filing early can save you time, stress, and money.
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Self-Employed Pensions: How To Take Care of Future You
If you’re Self-employed, it’s entirely up to you whether or not you save for your retirement. Unlike employees, who benefit from workplace pensions, you’ll need to set up your own pension plan. There’s good news, though — the Government offers Tax Relief to help boost your pension savings. But how does this work? Let’s break…
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Making Tax Digital for the Self-Employed: April 2026 Changes That You Need to Know
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is evolving again. From April 2026, even more Self-employed people and Landlords will be required to keep digital records and submit quarterly updates. Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant.