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When Should you get your first employee?
Every entrepreneur who gets exhausted and stressed believes he needs a hand to help him run the business. It is believed that the addition of an employee will cut down the work hours as well as get out time to be spent on other higher-level tasks such as focusing on...
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Am I spending too much on my business?
Every new business, or sometimes old businesses, are wasting money in one way or the other. The money is being wasted on minor things or sometimes big things. The worst part is that the waste of money can be avoided, but the business owners are often unaware of how...
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What to do if Profits are Declining
There are instances in business when profits start to decline. This unfortunate event can occur due to several factors that come into play together or separately. The root of this problem can be figured, and if done so at the right time, it can be turned around. The...
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How to win back lost customers
On the off chance that you know why customers leave, it's a lot simpler to win them back. Here are the top reasons why clients may quit working with you: They were charmed away by a contender promising better costs, better administration or some other advantage.Their...
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How to get customers from your competitors
If you have stepped in an industry that as ample business for everyone joining the pool, then you are in good luck. However, this is mostly not the case. Many industries are hard to make a name in. Therefore, it becomes really difficult to gain customers, or...
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Is it time to shut down your business?
Starting a business is an entrepreneur's dream. Bringing the vision to life takes a lot of courage, hard work, and effort. Researching the market, understanding the techniques of competitors, providing quality products and services, all of it takes time and effort and...
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How to Decorate your Perfect Office
It is a known fact that the environment you work indirectly impacts the performance and result of your work. It, therefore, becomes essential to decorate the office in such a way that it is comfortable and inviting, enhancing productivity. A well-designed office can...
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Should you consider furnished holiday lettings if you are a buy-to-let investor
Given the current low-interest rates and mortgage rates, many people believe it is more beneficial to invest in property. A buy-to-let investor will buy the property to rent it out and earn more return on investment than keeping the money in a bank. However, these...
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Three tips to reduce your bookkeeping stress
Business leaders are always occupied in making big and small decisions about different areas of work. From deciding on the next five-year plan for a specific business segment to making sure that all the employees in your team are working in cohesion, a business...
read more How to win back lost customers
On the off chance that you know why customers leave, it's a lot simpler to win them back. Here are the top reasons why clients may quit working with you: They were charmed away by a contender promising better costs, better administration or some other advantage.Their...
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How to Change from a Sole Trader to a Limited Company
It’s common for many business owners, to begin trading as a sole trader rather than a limited company. Sometimes, working as a sole trader suits the business model of your new start-up. So, being a limited company never really crossed your mind. Generally, for...
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New Tax Year Changes 6th April 2019 – What Should I Be Aware Of?
This new tax year ought to be an interesting one, as it looks likely that it will occur a few days after the UK crashes out of the EU at the end of March, which could have interesting economic effects just before everyone is heading off to do their personal tax...
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Making Tax Digital for VAT
From April 2019, if your taxable turnover exceeds the VAT threshold of £85,000, you need to keep your VAT business records digitally and submit your VAT return via compatible software. Here at Pearl Accountants, we work with many different systems which are great for...
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Used to be with KPMG Small Business Services? Choose Pearl Accountants!
Just a few days ago, The Business Desk reported that KPMG small business is closing down, leaving thousands of former KPMG small business clients with no small business accountants to turn to. The company’s SBA Service, which launched only 5 years ago, will soon cease...
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How to choose the right Accountant
Top tips to Find an Accountant Choosing an accountant is an important step when growing your business, as choosing a good accountant could be essential for growing your business at a sustainable rate whilst ensuring that you fulfil your tax obligations with HMRC....
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Top Tips to Filing Your Self-Assessment
Successfully file your Self-Assessment if you are self-employed or run your own business using these top tips. Check the Tax Year for Filing Check with your accountant to ensure that you know the start and end dates for your self-assessment. This year’s filing covers...
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National Insurance for Contractors – Key Tips
Paying National Insurance(NI) is required by both employed and self-employed people above 16 years of age. The amount payable is the same for women and men. By contributing to your NI, you can receive a State pension and Jobseekers Allowance after a set time-period....
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Paper Self-Assessment Tax Return Deadline
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) deadline for 2016/2017 Paper Self-Assessment Tax Return is 31 October 2017. If you fail to meet this deadline then your Self-Assessment Tax Return will have to be submitted electronically as the deadline for Online Tax Returns is the 31...
read more How to win back lost customers
On the off chance that you know why customers leave, it's a lot simpler to win them back. Here are the top reasons why clients may quit working with you: They were charmed away by a contender promising better costs, better administration or some other advantage.Their...
read more New Tax Year Changes 6th April 2019 – What Should I Be Aware Of?
This new tax year ought to be an interesting one, as it looks likely that it will occur a few days after the UK crashes out of the EU at the end of March, which could have interesting economic effects just before everyone is heading off to do their personal tax...
read more Making Tax Digital for VAT
From April 2019, if your taxable turnover exceeds the VAT threshold of £85,000, you need to keep your VAT business records digitally and submit your VAT return via compatible software. Here at Pearl Accountants, we work with many different systems which are great for...
read more Used to be with KPMG Small Business Services? Choose Pearl Accountants!
Just a few days ago, The Business Desk reported that KPMG small business is closing down, leaving thousands of former KPMG small business clients with no small business accountants to turn to. The company’s SBA Service, which launched only 5 years ago, will soon cease...
read more How to choose the right Accountant
Top tips to Find an Accountant Choosing an accountant is an important step when growing your business, as choosing a good accountant could be essential for growing your business at a sustainable rate whilst ensuring that you fulfil your tax obligations with HMRC....
read more Top Tips to Filing Your Self-Assessment
Successfully file your Self-Assessment if you are self-employed or run your own business using these top tips. Check the Tax Year for Filing Check with your accountant to ensure that you know the start and end dates for your self-assessment. This year’s filing covers...
read more
Managing Cash Flow for Freelancers – Top Tips
Managing your cash flow as a Freelancer can be tricky especially if you are just starting out. Here are a few top tips to help you keep your cash flow under control. Tip 1- Save, Save, Save It is important that you are aware from day one that you will have to manage...
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Working Remotely as a Freelancer
When you decide to work as a freelancer, you will often be faced with working remotely. Here are some top tips to ensure that you remain productive and professional even when you work offsite. Tip 1 Always ensure that you...
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Leading Top 8 Freelance Jobsites
Being a freelancer means that you can do what you love the most and still have a great work-life balance. However, when you first start out you may find that securing a steady flow of work the most challenging hurdle to overcome. There are a lot of job sites but it is...
read more When Should you get your first employee?
Every entrepreneur who gets exhausted and stressed believes he needs a hand to help him run the business. It is believed that the addition of an employee will cut down the work hours as well as get out time to be spent on other higher-level tasks such as focusing on...
read more Am I spending too much on my business?
Every new business, or sometimes old businesses, are wasting money in one way or the other. The money is being wasted on minor things or sometimes big things. The worst part is that the waste of money can be avoided, but the business owners are often unaware of how...
read more What to do if Profits are Declining
There are instances in business when profits start to decline. This unfortunate event can occur due to several factors that come into play together or separately. The root of this problem can be figured, and if done so at the right time, it can be turned around. The...
read more How to win back lost customers
On the off chance that you know why customers leave, it's a lot simpler to win them back. Here are the top reasons why clients may quit working with you: They were charmed away by a contender promising better costs, better administration or some other advantage.Their...
read more How to get customers from your competitors
If you have stepped in an industry that as ample business for everyone joining the pool, then you are in good luck. However, this is mostly not the case. Many industries are hard to make a name in. Therefore, it becomes really difficult to gain customers, or...
read more How to Decorate your Perfect Office
It is a known fact that the environment you work indirectly impacts the performance and result of your work. It, therefore, becomes essential to decorate the office in such a way that it is comfortable and inviting, enhancing productivity. A well-designed office can...
read more Three tips to reduce your bookkeeping stress
Business leaders are always occupied in making big and small decisions about different areas of work. From deciding on the next five-year plan for a specific business segment to making sure that all the employees in your team are working in cohesion, a business...
read more
How to Do Bookkeeping for VAT MOSS Businesses
Are you looking for how to manage VAT MOSS for your business? We are providing the best services at the best rates! Are you confused with what is this VAT MOSS? How will you manage this all? Will it affect your business? Don’t worry at all! You've come to the...
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Getting an accountant to secure you a loan
Anyone can successfully go through the loan process without an accountant. But hiring an accountant increases the chances of getting the loan. Moreover, it can save a lot of time. Large businesses usually have accountants, so it is no big deal for them. It...
read more When Should you get your first employee?
Every entrepreneur who gets exhausted and stressed believes he needs a hand to help him run the business. It is believed that the addition of an employee will cut down the work hours as well as get out time to be spent on other higher-level tasks such as focusing on...
read more Am I spending too much on my business?
Every new business, or sometimes old businesses, are wasting money in one way or the other. The money is being wasted on minor things or sometimes big things. The worst part is that the waste of money can be avoided, but the business owners are often unaware of how...
read more How to get customers from your competitors
If you have stepped in an industry that as ample business for everyone joining the pool, then you are in good luck. However, this is mostly not the case. Many industries are hard to make a name in. Therefore, it becomes really difficult to gain customers, or...
read more Three tips to reduce your bookkeeping stress
Business leaders are always occupied in making big and small decisions about different areas of work. From deciding on the next five-year plan for a specific business segment to making sure that all the employees in your team are working in cohesion, a business...
read more
Unexpected costs to keep in mind when starting a new company!
What comes to your mind when you think about starting up a company? Let me reiterate. The costs of research, pre-launch costs, the hurdles you’d likely face, etc. Any well-informed individual will keep all these things in mind with various other factors. Nevertheless,...
read more Getting an accountant to secure you a loan
Anyone can successfully go through the loan process without an accountant. But hiring an accountant increases the chances of getting the loan. Moreover, it can save a lot of time. Large businesses usually have accountants, so it is no big deal for them. It...
read more
Why Should Small Businesses Use Integrated Analytics and Reporting Tools?
KPIs. Goals. Growth. Do these terms sound familiar? Well, we’re going to hazard a guess, that if you’re a business owner, then you should be overly familiar. All companies are different and will have individual needs and goals, even from your competitors. However,...
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What is the best business account for a small business?
The road to starting a small business is stressful and rewarding. If you’ve already started the process of your new startup, then you’ll know that there are tons to do. First, you need to pick your company name. Then, you have to register your company. The next step...
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How to Choose a Business Name for Your Startup
One of the most exciting parts of establishing a new business venture is giving it a name. It is almost as exciting as naming your first child. In many respects, for many entrepreneurs, their new venture is their baby. So, to start, we recommend that you name your...
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