The Ultimate Guide to Shopify VAT for UK Sellers (2026 Update)
Running a Shopify, Amazon, Ebay, or other e-commerce platform in the UK is exciting — until VAT enters the picture. Then it gets technical fast. The good news? Once you understand the key rules and set things up properly, it becomes manageable. This guide walks you through what actually matters in 2026, without the fluff.
Accounting for Content Creators and Influencers in the UK: Turning Creativity into a Sustainable Business
The rise of the creator economy has transformed how individuals in the UK earn a living. Platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Twitch have given rise to a new generation of entrepreneurs who build audiences, influence consumer behaviour, and generate significant income. Yet behind the glamour of brand partnerships and viral content lies a crucial element that determines whether this career can be sustained: accounting.
The UK’s New Era of Crypto Accounting: What the 2026 Rules Mean for You as a Crypto User
From 1 January 2026, the UK will introduce major changes to how cryptocurrency activity must be recorded and reported. These reforms, based on the OECD’s Cryptoasset Reporting Framework (CARF), will significantly expand the information that crypto platforms must collect about you and share directly with HMRC. If you buy, sell, trade, or hold crypto in the UK, these rules will affect you in meaningful ways.
Directors’ Loan Accounts: What Business Owners Need to Know
We’ve watched many clients pay S455 tax they didn’t need to, all because of gaps in their accounting processes, and creating strain to their tangible cash-flow when moving funds between their company and themselves. Our approach helps ensure these issues are managed properly, within compliance, and with effects kept to a minimum.
Tax & Accounting Tips for Used Car Dealers
Running a used car dealership isn’t just about sourcing vehicles and closing sales. Behind the scenes, complex tax rules and accounting practices can make or break profitability. From VAT schemes to stock valuation, financial management is as critical as the showroom.
This guide covers key tax and accounting factors that impact used car dealers, and why getting them right is essential for long-term success.
What is marriage allowance?
Marriage isn’t just about love. It’s an opportunity to unlock financial benefits like Marriage Allowance.
Accounting tips for influencers
Whether you’re a seasoned influencer or just starting your journey, here are some sharp accounting tips to help you keep your financial ducks in a row.
What contractors need to know about IR35 in 2023
In this guide, we’ll explain what IR35 means in practice, how to follow the rules and why they’re so controversial. Here’s what contractors need to know about IR35 in 2023.
Should I buy property through a limited company?
Many landlords buy properties through limited companies to save money on tax, but is it really worth it? Let’s take a look.
Make your self-assessment painless in 2024?
Getting your return done and dusted early could give you more time to budget and a lower tax bill. Here’s what to do to get things moving.
Salary vs dividends – what’s the best way to get paid in 2023?
Is it more cost-effective to pay yourself a salary or dividends in 2023 — or a combination of the two? It’s worth thinking carefully about your options.
Making Tax Digital for the self-employed
Making Tax Digital for income tax may be delayed until 2026, but it’s as important as ever to get MTD-ready. Let’s get started.