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Guide to record keeping for new businesses

Guide to record keeping for new businesses

Guide to Record Keeping for New Businesses Whether you have been planning this for a while or your hobby has become your business (remember, any income more than Β£1,000 per tax year must be declared and may be taxable), you’ve taken the leap, and your passion has...

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Minimum Wage, Statutory Pay and Deduction Thresholds 2024-25

Minimum Wage, Statutory Pay and Deduction Thresholds 2024-25

Minimum wage rates change on 1st April each year so it’s vitally important you are aware of the new rates and ensure you have checked your payroll software is up to date to ensure wages are calculated using the correct rates. The hourly rate for the minimum wage...

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The benefits of outsourcing your payroll

The benefits of outsourcing your payroll

Running your own payroll? How confident are you that you have a handle on everything? Now don't get me wrong there is some great payroll software out there, π˜½π™π™ would you recognise if something didn't quite look right and know how to check it? It only takes one small...

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Holding a Staff Party – A guide to HMRC rules

Holding a Staff Party – A guide to HMRC rules

Party season is here, dig out the party outfit and get those dancing shoes on. It's time to get our heads around HMRC rules, to avoid being hit with an unexpected tax bill, and ensure we stay compliant. To qualify for tax exemption the event must meet specific...

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The Importance of Cash Flow

The Importance of Cash Flow

Often overshadowed by its glamorous counterparts like revenue and net income, cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Cash flow refers to the movement of money in and out of a business and can have a significant impact on a business’ ability to trade, grow and...

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What is Anti Money Laundering (AML)?

What is Anti Money Laundering (AML)?

When you decide to outsource your bookkeeping to a professional bookkeeper you may come across the term AML which stands for Anti Money Laundering. AML regulations exist to prevent criminals from laundering money through legitimate businesses. Any business who has...

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ABOUT SUE

Sue Haynes is the founder of Cactus Bookkeeping and helps business owners
with all aspects of Bookkeeping to save them time so they can concentrate on running their
business. Sue is licensed, regulated and supported by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB)