What does an accountant do? Sounds like a silly question to ask, but many people are unsure of what an accountant can do for you. An accountant’s core responsibilities are typical to prepare and examine financial records. Making sure their clients’ records are compliant and meet any statutory requirements. They can act for individuals…
Writing a business plan can seem daunting at first. So before we get started on how to write a business plan, let’s explain what a business plan is and why it’s important. A business plan is a written document that outlines your business goals, how those goals will be obtained and in what time frame….
Heading out for a day on the beach in West Cornwall is definitely a must on a summer’s day. However, before you commit yourself to the beach every day you have free, why not check these 5 ways to enjoy the cornish summer. Boat trips and Coastal Tours What better way to see West Cornwall…
As a business owner, we know the struggles you face trying to keep on top of every aspect of your business. From marketing to bookkeeping, finance to employment, there’s a lot that can keep you up until the early hours. One thing you can do to make your life easier is to employ a good…
With breathtaking natural beauty and an abundance of coastal walks and activities on the doorstep, Cornwall is a popular destination for holiday makers. It is also popular with those looking to take up permanent residence in this beautiful county. Consequently, Cornwall offers a wide range of holiday homes and self-catering accommodation. There is an increasing…
Grooms – are they employed or self employed? Unfortunately, this is not a simple question to answer as employment status in the UK is determined by the reality of the working relationship and not simply by the terms of any contract. Employees enjoy the most rights and protection and self-employed individuals the least so many…
The Chancellor set out new measures yesterday in the Government budget 2021 to help businesses and jobs through the pandemic and to support the long-term economic recovery. Here are the main points from the budget, please visit Gov.uk for the full budget. The Coronavirus Job Support Scheme The Coronavirus Job Support Scheme has been extended…
Investing in property has mostly been seen as a safe and profitable investment, both in the short and long term, so should I buy a property through a limited company? Whether you choose to buy property to renovate and then sell on for a profit, or you buy to receive rental income and watch the…
The domestic VAT reverse charge applies to sales of construction work from 1 March 2021. The VAT reverse charge for the construction industry is effectively an extension of the CIS. It applies only to transactions between VAT registered contractors and sub-contractors who are registered for CIS. The scheme means that those supplying construction services to…
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) has been extended for a month. Employers small or large, charitable or non-profit, are eligible for the extended Job Retention Scheme, which will now continue for a further month. Businesses will have the flexibility to bring furloughed workers back to work on a part time basis or furlough…