And yes… that can be true. But honestly, what I see day-to-day with creative people isn’t usually that they’re careless. It’s that they’re cautious. They don’t want to get it wrong. They don’t want to feel like they’re “pushing it”… or doing anything that might come back to bite them later. And I get that, […]
That’s the quiet reality behind Making Tax Digital. It’s not just “a new way to file”. It’s HMRC nudging self-employed people towards a more regular rhythm of reporting. And for creatives, that matters. Because most of the people I work with don’t have neat, predictable months. They have: So when someone says, “It’s just quarterly
If your work comes in waves, your admin can’t stay on an annual timetable anymore. Read More »
But for a lot of creative people, it does. You’re deep in a project, chasing invoices, juggling dates, managing kit, travel, agents, subs, edits… and suddenly someone says, “Your year-end is coming up.” And your stomach drops. Because year-end has a way of turning vague money worries into loud ones: I’ve worked with creative professionals
Year-end shouldn’t feel like a fire drill. Read More »
In today’s creator-led economy, more artists, designers, writers, filmmakers and other creatives are turning passion into business. Yet while creativity fuels innovation, the financial side is often complex, inconsistent and misunderstood. That’s precisely why a niche accountant for creatives isn’t just a luxury — it’s a strategic advantage. 1. Creative Income Isn’t “Traditional Income” Unlike
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Making music is creative, expressive, and deeply personal.Unfortunately, tax is none of those things — and that’s where many musicians get caught out. Over the years, I’ve seen incredibly talented musicians lose money, sleep, and sometimes momentum, simply because no one ever explained the financial side in plain English. Here are the five biggest tax
The 5 Biggest Tax Mistakes Musicians Make (And How to Avoid Them) Read More »
If you’re self-employed or run your own limited company and your partner helps out in the business, you might have wondered if you can pay them a wage. Even if they don’t, maybe you’re looking for smart ways to manage tax and household income more efficiently. Whatever the reason, this is one of the most
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It’s one of the most common questions we get: “Can my company pay for a garden office?” The answer is yes, partly, but the rules are more complex than they seem. Like with everything involving HMRC, there are conditions to follow and boxes to tick, so you need to know what you can and can’t
Can I build a garden office and claim it all through the business? Read More »
This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get from business owners, and for good reason. The move from sole trader to limited company can be a big step, but it can also unlock significant tax savings. So, when does it make sense to switch? We’ve put together this mini-guide to help you
It’s one of the most common questions business owners ask us: “I’ve paid VAT on something for my business, why can’t I claim it back?” The short answer is simple: if you’re not VAT-registered, you can’t reclaim VAT. The longer answer, however, is worth understanding, especially if you’re close to the VAT threshold or wondering
Why can’t I reclaim VAT if I am not VAT-registered? Read More »
Whether you’re self-employed full-time or run your business alongside other work, your home office comes with running costs. The good news? Some of those costs can be claimed back. So if you’re asking yourself, “What can I actually claim for when working from home?”, this guide is for you. Two methods for claiming business-use-of-home There
What can I claim for running my business from home? Read More »