Money is one of the most important things in our lives, but it's also one of the most misunderstood. We often think of money in terms of how much we have, and how we can get more of it. But what if we thought of money differently? What if we approached...
Do you care about your business? Being kind is good for business. It makes customers happy, it builds relationships, and it can even lead to more sales. You don’t have to be a saint to be kind – in fact, being genuine and authentic is the best way to go....
Choosing your targets, the types and difficulty needs thought and consideration. Choosing your targets is the right way to achieve your success. Reaching your Northern star is your main aim, moreover having targets helps monitor your progress. You...
Setting SMART targets is this week's I Hate Numbers podcast. If your goal is vague, too distant and you lack commitment then this article might be for you. Setting SMART targets can help make that goal seem achievable. Those smart targets provide focus and...
Firstly, what image floats through your mind? Secondly, how does that make you feel? Thirdly, do you feel a sense of achievement failure? Not quite sure. All of those and more do you feel you're achieving your success? Do you feel like an imposter? Are you...
Product Grouping for Your Business is an incredibly powerful way to run your business. It gives you Firstly, great insights Secondly, lessens your financial and mental anxiety about the future Thirdly, allows you to gauge profitability with a great degree of...
Wondering how to price your products or services so you can make a profit? You're not alone. Figuring out the right price is one of the biggest challenges business owners face. In this podcast I am going to tell the 2 key stages in pricing, don’t worry...
Five Money and Tax Saving Tips is this weeks theme. Do you want to save money on your taxes? You're in luck! In this 100th episode, I'm going to share five tips that will help you do just that. Furthermore, these tips will help you earn more money in the...
Self Assessment tax returns are completed by millions of people every year. Find out why it's so important, what you need to include, and the costs and dates you need to know. Being informed about your taxes is the first step to making sure everything goes...
Are you a carer and want to know How to claim Carers Allowance? What is Carer’s allowance? This is money given to people who look after someone with substantial caring needs. It’s not means-tested, so it doesn’t matter how much you earn or own. Furthermore, if...
Success is all about BREATHING. I don't mean what your lungs do but the nine magic ingredients represented by the mnemonic BREATHING. Are you a business owner? Do you want to be successful in your business? If so, then this episode is for you. In this episode...
Making your business partnership work can be one of the greatest pleasures of having your own business. With that in mind, if you’re planning to start a business venture with a friend, family member or associate as your business partner read on. Don’t assume...
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...
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 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...
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...
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?...
Do you want to start your own business? Don’t know How to decide which type of company is right for you? There are two types of companies that you can choose from when starting a business. Sole traders and limited companies. Both have their pros and cons. Understand...
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Tax-free company benefits Today I'm going to talk about trivial benefits and Tax-free company benefits. Firstly, your business can pay your staff, and can pay yourself if you're an employee of your company. These are nice to have, no tax to pay, saves you some money,...
Today's topic is focused on one underused legitimate way of Saving tax with company benefits. Pay yourself and save personal and company tax. And yes, it's important as a business owner, you need to pay yourself. The conventional route to pay yourself is a blend of...
Social Enterprises are pretty important businesses. There are over 100,000 social enterprises contributing £60 billion to the economy and employing two million people. In this weeks episode of ‘I Hate Numbers’ we look deeper into the what, how and form of a social...
Most importantly, Tuesday 25 th August is the first LoveMyAccountantDay – and we’re excited to celebrate everything that accountants do. Many people find that they get overwhelmed with numbers. Likewise, businesses can struggle to get their head around them. That’s...
Most people think that there’s not a lot in common between accounting and the arts. But the two do have something in common – money. Even artists have to eat, and to make a living as an artist, you have to make money. It’s not about winning million pound commissions...