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UK tax and accounting,actually clear.
Practical, plain-English writing on Making Tax Digital, Self Assessment, limited companies, payroll, VAT and everything else UK small businesses actually need to know. Written and reviewed by qualified accountants.
MTD ITSA Deadlines 2026/27: Every Quarterly Date Explained
Every Making Tax Digital ITSA deadline for 2026/27 and beyond. Quarterly update dates, the Final Declaration deadline, penalty rules and the soft-landing year explained by accountants.
Sole Trader vs Limited Company: The 2026/27 UK Comparison
Sole trader or limited company in 2026/27? Tax, admin, liability and MTD compared in plain English by accountants. Includes worked examples at £30k, £60k and £100k profit.
What is Making Tax Digital? A Plain-English Guide for 2026
Everything UK sole traders, landlords and limited companies need to know about Making Tax Digital (MTD). Who's affected, when it starts, what it costs, and how to comply. Written by accountants.
When to Register as Self-Employed with HMRC: 2026 Guide
When you must register as self-employed in the UK, the £1,000 trading allowance, the 5 October deadline, and what happens if you register late. Plain English by accountants.