Ina Cooke gained most of her business experience in the graphic design/print industry and has run several very successful graphic design & print businesses. During her successful career Ina has both lived and worked in her fair share of places, which has without a doubt contributed to her experience and enthusiasm for her new venture. […]
As a small business owner, you will probably take on a lot of additional tasks, especially in the infancy of your business. Bookkeeping is usually one of the tasks you may take on yourself. If you are not a bookkeeper by nature or by trade, it is easy to pick up bad habits as you […]
Do you remember why you ventured into the world of running your own business? It could be a multitude of reasons; wanting a better work life balance, realising you could earn more money working for yourself than someone else, a desire to spend your working day doing what you love/choose, rather than what others asked […]
How Rosemary Bookkeeping Coventry have managed the bookkeeping for our clients over the COVID 19 crisis…. The COVID-19 lockdown has been a challenging few months so far for most, for Rosemary Bookkeeping Coventry, it was no exception. Although fortunate enough to not have to close like many businesses, a lot of changes needed to be […]
Belinda Whitaker explains her strategy for surviving Coronavirus, read more in this fantastic article on Total Swindon click here (credit Fiona Scott Media Consultancy). If you would like to chat about how Rosemary Bookkeeping can help you sort our your books and assess your business finances during these difficult times, contact your local Rosemary […]
Do I need a bookkeeper? Well, for me at this moment in time, I personally do not, why? Because as I am employed full time and have no other income that I need to account for. But; once upon a time my situation was different. Before I worked where I work now, I like about […]
Here at Rosemary Bookkeeping Newbury & Basingstoke, we are proud to support and share the amazing achievement by our very own April Fost. April set herself a challenge at the start fo the year to complete 12 running events through the year. The events were varied and included the particularly challenging Snowdonia Marathon in October. […]
It’s April, and you know what that means! No, we’re not talking about Brexit. We’re talking about Making Tax Digital. Yes, after years of discussions and prep time, the deadline is here. If you’ve not got yourself sorted and ready, you’ve not got long to get organised and ready to submit your VAT returns digitally. […]
Part of the government’s plan is ‘Making Tax Digital’, and by introducing this, it is set to make it easier and more simplistic for businesses to run properly. It will help them keep on top of their finances, and ensure they get their tax right the first time. HMRC has a huge ambition to become […]
Deciding to outsource your bookkeeping is a big decision. You’ve decided that it will be cost-effective but now you need to find the right Bookkeeper for you. Here are my top tips for what to look for when outsourcing your bookkeeping; 1 – Referrals Without a doubt, this is the best way to find a […]
I often get asked this question. Afterall, most small businesses don’t want or need any extra expense in their business so, is it really necessary to outsource this particular task or would you be better off, doing it yourself? The simple answer is, there is no simple answer. It really does depend on you, your […]
As of 2019, all VAT registered businesses will need to be using an accredited piece of accounting software to complete their accounting records under the Making Tax Digital rules due to come into force from April. For smaller, non-VAT businesses, you remain unaffected for now, but businesses that are registered for Value Added Tax will […]
At Rosemary Bookkeeping Newbury & Basingstoke, we are pleased to say we are Quickbooks Making Tax Digital Certified. If you need to get ready for Making Tax Digital and don’t know where to start, what it means, or if it applies to you? Get in touch today and we can arrange a free bookkeeping health check […]
Making Tax Digital will change the way your business pays its taxes to HMRC. It is a scheme by the UK government to make it easier for businesses and individuals to manage their taxes. The first stage comes into play on 1st April 2019 and is called Making Tax Digital for VAT. From that date, […]
When it comes to carrying out your self-assessment, it’s hard to know what can and can’t be included as allowable expenses. Contrary to popular belief, the government want you to succeed in business so will allow you to spend on certain items in your business without having to pay the tax for them. With that […]
Making a difference is what motivates bookkeeper Neeta, as she celebrates the second anniversary of ‘taking the plunge’! If you take a look at what was happening in the news on Thursday, September 1st, 2016, you might struggle to find anything significant. Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton were exchanging their non-stop verbal blows in the […]
According to statistics published in 2017, about one-fifth of business startups fail in the first year and about half of all employer establishments fail within five years. Only about one third survive ten years or more. If you are thinking of starting a small business, get the right processes and steps in place to make sure you […]
This is a question I often get asked when I tell people what I do. Many people assume they are the same thing and I can understand why. The two terms are often used interchangeably. It can also be confusing because there are bookkeepers that provide accountancy services and accountants that provide bookkeeping services. Many […]
If you run a business of any size, you’ve probably used accounting and bookkeeping software at some point. Accounting software makes it easy for you to track your business’s financial health and monitor the way money moves in and out of your business. You can use it to create invoices, track expenses and generate a […]
As a business owner, you’re probably a master of doing what it is your business does. Most small business owners and startups are. But being able to deliver an amazing service and run a team aren’t the only elements to running a business. In fact, you could be a fantastic business owner, but still flunk […]
The school summer holidays are fast approaching. For children, this time is full of joy and anticipation – 6 weeks to do what they want to do, no homework, no pressure. For parents, particularly sole traders and small business owners, this time can be filled with dread. How do you juggle the family and the business? […]
Should I employ an in-house bookkeeper or outsource the work? Congratulations! You have a successful business and have seen significant growth and healthy profits from all your hard work. You worked those long hours, perhaps over the weekends, sacrificing family time and even some ‘You’ time in order to achieve your dream of running your […]
The life of a small business owner is never boring. There is always something new to do, somewhere new to be, and anything that can be done on the move, will be. So it makes sense that business owners would want to manage their accounts on the go. Mobile phones, tablets and laptops have made […]
