In our free downloadable guide, FSB’s tax specialists take you through key information, top tips, and the dates you need to remember every tax year. You’ll also find guidance on complying with new Making Tax Digital rules.

What you’ll learn:

Sole traders

  • How to register as self-employed
  • Self-assessment tax return duties explained
  • Top tips for filing your Self-Assessment
  • Accounts, deductions and allowances
  • National Insurance payments

Partnerships

  • How to register with HMRC
  • What paperwork you need to fill out
  • What taxes partnerships need to pay
  • Nominated partner duties explained

Limited companies

  • Registering with HMRC and Companies House
  • What you need for online returns like PAYE and Corporation Tax

VAT

  • How and when to register
  • Filing your VAT return
  • Staying on top of your VAT duties

Making Tax Digital (MTD)

  • How the new MTD rules will affect you
  • How to comply with MTD, including digital records
  • Choosing a software solution for your small business

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