Frequently Asked Questions

We guide you through every step of setting up a UK business choosing the right structure (sole trader, partnership, or limited company), completing registrations with HMRC and Companies House, setting up taxes (PAYE, VAT, CIS), and explaining your legal responsibilities so you can launch confidently.

You must register for VAT once your turnover exceeds £90,000 in any rolling 12 months. We help you decide if voluntary registration is beneficial, handle the full registration, prepare VAT returns, submit through MTD-compliant systems, and manage HMRC queries so VAT never becomes a burden.

Yes. We identify every legitimate tax-saving opportunity suited to your situation from allowable expenses and capital allowances to pension planning, salary/dividend optimisation, and industry-specific reliefs. Everything is HMRC-compliant and tailored to reduce your overall tax liability.

Absolutely. We set up and maintain cloud bookkeeping using Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or FreeAgent, clean up your existing records, and ensure all submissions meet MTD requirements. You get accurate, HMRC-ready books without the stress.

Missing deadlines can cause penalties, but we help immediately by submitting overdue returns, communicating with HMRC, and setting up automated reminders so future filings are always on time.

Yes. We manage the entire HMRC registration for Self-Assessment, self-employment, or partnership status. We also explain what records you must keep and how to prepare for your tax return.

We recommend the right software based on your size and industry, such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or FreeAgent. We handle setup, data migration, and training so your system works smoothly from day one.

Yes. We take care of payroll (payslips, RTI submissions, pension auto-enrolment) and handle CIS registrations, returns, deduction statements, and reclaiming overpaid tax for contractors and subcontractors.

Definitely. We manage rental income reporting, ensure you claim all allowable expenses, apply mortgage interest rules correctly, and help with capital gains planning if you sell a property.

Yes. We build personalised strategies for directors and contractors, including salary/dividend planning, expense optimisation, pension options, and guidance on IR35 where relevant.

Yes. Non-UK residents can fully own a UK limited company. We assist with incorporation, HMRC setup, UK address services (if required), and full compliance guidance so you can operate from anywhere.

You must keep invoices, receipts, bank statements, payroll reports, VAT records, and expense logs. We set up a digital record-keeping system that keeps everything organised, compliant, and ready for tax deadlines or audits.

Yes. We create cash-flow forecasts, budgets, and profitability reports to help you make informed decisions, manage growth, and secure loans or investments.