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Beating The Summer Lull

Dated: 6th August 2019

The secret to beating the summer lull. We have compiled a comprehensive list of 20 quick and easy things you could do in this ‘summer lull’, to revitalise your business. Simple quick fixes to turbo charge your profits.
Take advantage of this quiet time and get ahead of your competition.

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Auto Enrolment Contributions

Dated: 27th April 2019

April 2019 sees the last legally required increase to auto-enrolment pension contributions, seven years since they were introduced.
But an employers’ role in helping staff to save for their retirement through the scheme is far from over.

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Have you experienced cash flow problems?

Dated: 1st March 2019

There are several reasons why businesses experience cash flow problems. For the SME sector the most common is late payment. This can then lead to a successful business being unable to pay their creditors on time. Luckily, Xero have come to our rescue with a lovely piece of software.

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Final Countdown Towards Making Tax Digital

Dated: 25th January 2019

The steps you need to take to get ready for April 2019 will depend on what software you use currently. Many businesses will already be using accounting software that has been tested and approved by HMRC, in which case the steps needed for April 2019 will be minimal.

Also posted in Accountancy, Making Tax Digital, News, QuickBooks Online, Reckon One, Xero Tagged Accountants in Bedford, cloud accounting, HMRC, Making Tax Digital, MTD, Quickbooks Online, tax, Xero |

The Importance Contracts

Dated: 16th January 2019

A good employment contract is essential to both the employee and the employer. It is a legal requirement to have one in place within two months of taking on an employee, but the benefits to both sides are far greater than just ticking the box for the legal requirements.

Also posted in Accountancy, BreatheHR, News Tagged accounting, contract, employee, employer, HR, Simas |

Making Tax Digital – The Journey Continues

Dated: 15th October 2018

As advances in technology are harnessed by software developers, the future of accountancy will be less about Making Tax Digital and more about accountants acting as consultants through advising their clients about their business activities in real-time.

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The Benefits Of Hiring An Apprentice.

Dated: 17th September 2018

Apprentices can allow you to grown your own, well trained, employees of the future. The National Apprenticeship Service reported that employers with established apprenticeship programmes see an improvement in productivity and in the quality of their product or service.

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The 5 Main Benefits To Outsourcing Your Company’s Payroll

Dated: 24th August 2018

A blog from Simas Payroll outlining the 5 main benefits to outsourcing your company’s payroll.

Also posted in Accountancy, BreatheHR, News, QuickBooks Online, Xero Tagged accountancy, accountancy services, accountant, bedford, business advice, outsource, outsource payroll, outsourced payroll, payroll |

Making Tax Digital – What You Need To Know

Dated: 31st July 2018

Essentially, MTD is about helping businesses to spend less time working on their finances whilst simultaneously ensuring that your finances are more accurate and up to date. Read our blog to discover the four main benefits of MTD, and what it means for your business.

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Personal Brand – Building An Effective One

Dated: 20th July 2018

The hardest part of developing your personal brand is thinking about it. Once you have figured out what your business is, and how you can demonstrate it, you will be on the right track. Start today by reading our blog and considering what your personal brand looks like.

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