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Self assessment payments on account
Calling UK taxpayers, be aware of the self-assessment payments on account. If you are not prepared, then this will a nasty shock to your bank balance. As well as your stress levels! I have got you covered. I'm going to talk about: What the payment on account is How...
Claiming the fifth Self-Employment grant
Self-employed and want to know more about the fifth Self-Employment grant? Most importantly, the fifth Self-Employment grant differs from previous grants. There’s an extra turnover test to see how much you can claim. This podcast looks at this, grant eligibility, what...
Can you claim the fifth self-employed grant?
Have you heard about the fifth self-employed grant? The fifth self-employed grant is a government initiative helping people who are self-employed. It’s due to be paid out over the summer months, covering the periods between May 2021 and September 2021. Today’s vlog...
Social Enterprise – Community Interest Companies
Social Enterprise and Community Interest Companies are a great way to do good and make money. They go together like a well fitted glove. Social Enterprise means business that wishes to do social good, be entrepreneurial, and make money. A Community Interest Company,...
What is a Community Interest Company?
A Community Interest Company (CIC) fills the gap between social enterprise and traditional for-profit business. Furthermore, it's designed for those with an interest in solving social problems. Taking on public contracts as well as private ones. It gives you more...
What goes into form W-8BEN-E?
When and how to complete form W-8BEN-E is a must for non-US tax resident entities earning money in the US. This week’s I Hate Numbers podcast follows on from last week. Last week I dealt with individuals and sole traders earning money from the US, who have income...
How to complete the W-8BEN-E form
How to complete the W-8BEN-E form is not a party trick or something to impress your friends. It’s a must do if you're a non-US tax resident company, partnership or a charity receiving income from the United States. Do you want to stop 30% withholding tax from being...
Why you need to complete form W8
Where you are not a US citizen and have money from the US is Why you need to complete form W8. This money could be from your clients, pension income, royalties, dividends, capital gains – you get the picture. Who must complete the W8 form? Most importantly, it...
How to complete W-8 forms
How you should complete W-8 forms is a must if you do business with the US. It’s also a must if have investments in the US or earn income in the US. For example, you tubers, sole traders, UK resident companies, Individual taxpayers, will all come under these rules....
Manage your business cashflow in 6 steps
Do you want to know the Six steps to managing your cashflow ? Cash is the lifeblood of any company. It's what pays for salaries, inventory, and everything else that keeps a business running smoothly Do you know how to manage your cashflow? This week on the I Hate...
Five tips to manage your cashflow
In this short vlog-blog I am going to share Five tips on how to manage your cashflow, Why your business needs cash Firstly what is cash? In other words what gets paid into your bank account, it’s factual, and is the lifeblood of your business. Secondly, why do we...
How different is cash to profits ?
You may be thinking, "I'm a business owner. I don't need to worry about How different is cash to profits? " But it is important to understand the difference because they are not always interchangeable. Cash is what pays your bills, while profit is how much money you...
Difference between cash & profit?
Do you know What is the difference between cash and profit ? The majority of the time, people think that businesses only need to be profitable for them to last. But even the most profitable businesses go under, and often for a single reason. It’s because the people...
Why you should file your tax return early?
Why should you get your tax return in early? This week I Hate Numbers podcast is about Why you should get your tax return in early? Firstly, I am going to share with you the reasons as to why it is beneficial for you to send your tax return in earlier than the...
Filing your tax return early
Filing your tax return early, what nonsense is this ? Are you tired of rushing to complete your tax return at the last minute? Do you dread the thought of sorting through endless receipts and documents? Filing your tax return early can provide many benefits. In this...
Three ways to change your attitude towards money
Let me share Three ways to change your attitude to money. Moreover, in this podcast I will look at way you should change your attitude. This week I Hate Numbers is not the just about how you make that change, in addition it’s about why you need to change. Money is...
Your attitude towards money
Do you want to know How to change your attitude towards money in your business? It's natural to be thinking about money, talking about money, and planning what you're going to do when you make money. But let me ask you a question! How often do you look at your...
Increase your profits with seven tips
In this weeks podcast episode, I'm going to share with you seven tips that will help you increase the profits in your business. The first thing is absolutely critical and that's having a good positive relationship with profit. Are you looking for ways to increase the...
Why your business must make a profit
What is your why for having your own business, whatever that, there are reasons Why your business must make a profit. Making profit must be at the top of your business goals, ignore that at your peril. Firstly, I am going to tell you why making profit is vital for...
Best timing for businesses borrowing money
When should your business borrow money? And yes, there will be times when it's good for your business to borrow. There will be times when it should be avoided. Planning, attitude, risk, and cost. These are the four things you need to consider when borrowing money for...
The mistakes in borrowing money
Are you looking for a new loan, and want to avoid The mistakes in borrowing money? Above all, do you want to know how to avoid those pitfalls? Just follow these four simple steps and you'll be on your way to avoiding those common mistakes when borrowing money for your...
When to pay off your business debt
You might be wondering, Should you pay off your business debt early. I have a few thoughts on when to pay off debt, but first let us talk about the four factors that come into play. There are four factors I want to share with you in this weekly episode of I Hate...
Should you pay off your Bounce Back Loan?
You are here because you want to know Should you pay off your Bounce Back Loan . Many of you would have already received some notices from your bank advising you that your Bounce Back Loans are coming up for repayment. A key question is should you pay them back now?...
What saves you the most tax?
There are many different business structures available, but What saves you the most tax?. Sole traders, partnerships, limited companies and more. Which one is best for your situation? In this episode of I Hate Numbers I'm going to look at What saves you the most tax?...