I’m both a therapist and an accountant. What motivates me is helping people to find peace, and helping people to get more organized.

When is a trip tax-deductible, and when should it be regarded as holiday? It’s slightly complicated, but in general trips with a clear primary business purpose can be allowable.

As a rule of thumb, mainly to follow tax rules, it’s good practice to keep UK company financial records for at least 6 years.

A mortgage is a good way of owning a property more quickly than by saving up the cash. But it has its risks.

When ceasing to trade, and especially in an insolvency, VAT deregistration needs careful handling.

The UK government’s attempts to combat economic crime, in their current implementation, risk stifling the very growth it says it is trying to create.

The small profits rate of corporation tax is a valuable concession, but shouldn’t be abused by splitting a company into related companies owned by the same person or their close relatives.

When in financial trouble, it is better to take advice and be proactive.

From 6 April 2026 in the UK, a new tax system is coming in for sole traders. Get in touch with a good accountant for help.

The November 2025 budget means that the UK government will continue to spend 30% more than its income in the short term.