Expert Tips

Running an online store on eBay, Amazon, Etsy, or Shopify can be super exciting — but let’s be real: the numbers side of things? Not so fun.

If you’re an ecommerce seller, content creator, or early-stage entrepreneur looking to raise investment, Advance Assurance can be a powerful tool. It gives potential investors confidence and can make securing funding far easier.

If you run a limited company, getting your Person with Significant Control (PSC) details wrong can cause more problems than you might expect — from rejected filings to penalties and awkward delays.

We previously said MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment will be a big change…” — and six months on, it really is! With April 2026 fast approaching, now’s a great time to check how things have progressed and what self-employed folks and landlords actually need to know right now.

Companies House is introducing mandatory ID verification as part of major reforms to the UK company register. Directors and PSCs who don’t verify on time could face rejected filings or penalties.

If you’re running a small business in the UK, one of the key financial thresholds you need to be aware of is the VAT registration threshold.

It’s never a welcome surprise – that letter from Companies House notifying you of a late filing penalty because your company’s year-end accounts weren’t submitted on time.

From 1 April 2027, all UK companies will be required to file their annual accounts exclusively via commercial software—even dormant ones. Web and paper submission routes will be discontinued.

As an employer, it’s essential to stay on top of your reporting duties when it comes to employee benefits. One of the most common forms you’ll need to be aware of is the P11D.