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Scammers Pretending To Be HMRC

Dated: 27th June 2022

Did you know that scammers are now using number spoofing to make your phone display ‘HMRC’ as the sender, instead of a phone number?
Phishing emails are now looking much more official by using the name of a genuine HMRC employee.

Also posted in Financing, Taxation Tagged criminals, fraudsters, HMRC, malware, phishing, rebate, refund, scam, scammers |

Sole Trader or a Limited Company?

Dated: 26th April 2022

Written by Helen Tomlinson

Decisions, decisions.
At Simas we look at your individual circumstances, goals and aspirations. Our client centred approach means you will get the best advice for you.

Tagged limited company, limited liability, small enterprises, sole trade |

Time to Switch?

Dated: 26th October 2021

Written by Helen Tomlinson

More and more people are purchasing electric vehicles in the UK.
At the end of April 2021, there were more than 245,000 pure electric cars and 515,000 plug-in and hybrid models registered in the UK.

Also posted in Taxation Tagged charging points, CO2 emissions, electric, electric car, government grants, tax |

How To Get Paid Quicker

Dated: 23rd August 2021

Written By Helen Tomlinson

In response to a few client queries about sending invoices and using online payment systems like Go Cardless.
Simas explore potential solutions to your invoicing quandaries, and how to get paid quicker by using software within Xero.

Also posted in Xero Tagged automated, invoice, invoicing, paid, payments, Xero |

Apprenticeships – Are They Worth It?

Dated: 2nd August 2021

Written by Tomas Martin

They require time, investment and dedication . Can you afford these things? Can you afford not to? The benefits of having an apprentice are quickly outweighing the drawbacks.

Also posted in Accountancy Tagged apprentice, apprenticeship, apprenticeships, college, mold, role model, shape, training |

£500 Every 3 Months Tax Free Childcare

Dated: 29th June 2021

Written by Helen Tomlinson

You could get up to £500 every 3 months for each child.
HMRC is now reminding working families they can use Tax-Free Childcare to help pay for childcare over the summer.