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13 Mar 2026

Making Tax Digital for Sole Traders: What You Need to Know Before April 2026

If you are a sole trader in the UK, Making Tax Digital (MTD) is no longer something you can ignore.

11 Mar 2026

How to Get Tax Relief from Charity Donations

Giving to charity is a generous act but did you know it can also reduce your tax bill?

06 Mar 2026

Cash Flow Problems in UK Care Homes: What's Really Going On

Why Many UK Care Businesses Struggle With Cash Flow Despite Full Occupancy

02 Mar 2026

Declaring Rental Income in the UK

An Accountant's Guide for Landlords

23 Feb 2026

Exit Planning for Tech Founders

What to prepare before you sell, step back or hand over your business

18 Feb 2026

New Tax Year 2026 to 2027: 5 Essential Habits for Bolton and Manchester Business Success

The 2026 to 2027 tax year brings Making Tax Digital for Income Tax to businesses with income over 50,000.

12 Feb 2026

Why ChatGPT’s 64% Accuracy Isn’t Good Enough for Your Bolton Business Tax Returns

More than half of UK adults now use ChatGPT for financial advice. But when Which? tested it on tax questions in November 2025, it scored just 64 percent accuracy.

06 Feb 2026

Making Tax Digital for Landlords: Your Essential Guide to the April 2026 Deadline

The countdown has begun. With just two months remaining until 6 April 2026, over 864,000 landlords and sole traders across the UK must prepare for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax.

05 Feb 2026

Tax Guide for the Manufacturing Industry

Running a manufacturing business in Bolton, Manchester, or anywhere across the UK comes with unique tax challenges and opportunities.

30 Jan 2026

Understanding Income Tax and Fiscal Drag: What UK Taxpayers Need to Know

Income tax might seem straightforward earn more, pay more. But beneath the surface lies a complex system that's quietly costing UK taxpayers billions through a phenomenon called "fiscal drag."

28 Jan 2026

New HMRC Guidance: VAT Exemption Now Applies to Locum Doctors and Temporary Medical Staff

If your healthcare business supplies temporary medical staff or locum doctors, there's important news that could significantly impact your VAT position and potentially unlock substantial refunds.

22 Jan 2026

Selling a Second Home: CGT Rules You Need to Know

Selling a second home can deliver a substantial financial boost, but there's a tax obligation that catches many property owners off guard: Capital Gains Tax.


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