How to create a business that can thrive without you
You are the heart and soul of your business. After all, you’ve created your company from the ground up and you’ve nurtured it through the exciting early stages of growth and beyond. It feels like an inextricable part of you....
Find the right recruitment option for your growing business
For some business owners, the eventual recruitment of additional employees is baked right into their long-term business plan. For others, a seasonal rush, an unexpected illness, or even the knowledge that the business needs fresh talent and additional skill sets,...
How to create a marketing plan that works for your business in 6 steps
You might have had a few sales here and there, a purchase from a friend or neighbour, maybe you’re gaining a little traction through word-of-mouth. But you know that if you’re going to see those sales numbers increasing in a...
How to choose a business niche (and why you really should)
Do any of these apply to you? You’re thinking of starting a business, but you’re not quite sure what it’s going to look like or who you’re going to target.You feel the pull of entrepreneurship…but you have no idea what...
Why it pays to be a VAT registered business
VAT registration: for many business owners it feels like a “someday” thing. It’s something you’ll take care of way down the line, when you’re closer to the threshold for registration, when you have more staff, when your business is bigger,...
National Insurance increases: what they mean for your small business
It’s a move that’s been criticised by employees and small business owners alike and been described as an “unfair job tax”. Yet, due to the economic turbulence of the last two years, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has stated that changes to...
Making Tax Digital for VAT: Your Questions Answered
MTD VAT is coming – is your business ready? Soon all VAT-registered businesses will need to submit their VAT returns electronically to HMRC. Whilst the thought of changing your processes to comply with MTD VAT may seem daunting, it can...
Get fit for business with Capitalise
Ready to spring back after the last couple of years have left your business feeling low on energy? Capitalise’s new Get fit for business report tracks just how fit UK businesses are feeling. And gives you insight into how your...
Self Assessment: HMRC waives fines for late filings
With 2021 now well and truly behind us, the self-employed and accountants across the country will be turning their attention to the looming Self Assessment Income Tax deadline on 31 January. Those struggling to file their tax return by the...
The latest on MTD ITSA: Making the most of the delays
It would be fair to say that the rollout of Making Tax Digital, the UK government’s initiative to digitise record keeping and increase reporting for businesses in the UK has been a gradual process. It had to be: MTD signals...
How to choose the right people for your business
Deciding to hire your first employees is equal parts exciting and daunting. You’re positively giddy at the thought of no longer having to do every single thing in your business by yourself, at the thought of having actual support as...
How to get consistent brand exposure
You know you have an incredible product. You know you’re amazing at what you do. And you know your business has the potential to completely wow customers. But there’s one thing holding you back; no one knows who you are...
Six strategies to help you find your next great business idea
Whether you’re fascinated by the dream of entrepreneurship but haven’t yet hit on what you want to do, or you’ve started working on the first iteration of your business but it hasn’t quite clicked, you’re probably desperate to find the...
Customer success stories: Taking the guesswork out of industry changes
We know that choosing your cloud accounting software is a huge decision and we’re determined to give you all of the information you need to make the best choice for you, your business, and, crucially, the people who will actually...
How to choose the right accountant for your business – plus three red flags to look out for
When you’re looking for an accountant to help you with your business, you’re not just looking for someone who’ll keep you on the right side of HMRC — ideally you’re looking for someone who’ll advise you, help you make crucial...
Embedded Finance and Your (Favourite) Bank
Which bank is your favourite? Do you even have a favourite bank? Actually, it doesn’t really matter, because embedded finance means you can focus on running your small business, and the banking just happens behind the scenes. From your online...
Preparing your practice for MTD ITSA
Clear Books is here to help your practice prepare for Making Tax Digital. More businesses than ever before will be required to keep digital records and report more frequently to HMRC so it’s understandable that the approaching deadline can feel...
Clear Books integrates with Capitalise
We’re excited to announce that we have partnered with Capitalise to allow small businesses to eliminate the panic and stress often involved in obtaining business finance. Growing and protecting UK small businesses Half a million UK SMEs have cash reserves...
Clear Books product update
From the desk of Product Management: recent product updates from Veronique Hon, Product Manager, Clear Books. We’ve made numerous additions and enhancements to Clear Books over the past months, and there are loads of new exciting features and partnerships coming...
8 signs it’s time to rent office space for your small business
It’s happened again: you’re at your desk, your Zoom meeting has just begun; this potential client could mean big things for your business and you’re more than ready to win them over. You’re feeling calm, confident, and professional. Then your...
6 things to consider before you make your first hire
Congratulations! Getting to the stage where it feels like you’re ready to make your first hire is no mean feat. However, while delegating some of your day-to-day tasks will doubtless free up more time to work on the strategies that’ll...
How to boost your small business by leveraging your existing network
It’s a common mistake many small business owners make when it comes to sales: focusing all of your attention on new customers…and forgetting that, actually, your strongest asset is your previous and existing customers. And it doesn’t just happen in...
3 ways to get the most out of working with your accountant — with Clear Books Accounting Partner Annette Bunn from RIFT Accounting
At Clear Books we talk a lot about small business heroes and the incredible work you’re all doing running your businesses — but there are some business heroes that, as far as we’re concerned, don’t get nearly enough credit. Clear...
Starting a business? These are the 5 boxes to tick before you make your first sale
It’s a real rush, starting a business. You feel energised, your head is brimming with ideas, and you just can’t wait to get started. In fact, you’re so excited, you’re tempted to jump straight onto your social media platform of...
Small Business Heroes blog: for the support you need, whatever stage of business you’re in
Not all heroes wear capes… Some heroes are taking a chance on a long-held entrepreneurial dream. Some heroes are breaking barriers, defying the odds, and creating innovative new products. Some of them are creating entire industries from scratch. And some...
Clear Books integrates with Revolut Business
We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with Revolut Business to make it easier for Clear Books customers to pay their bills and run payroll with a click of a button. Save time managing your business finances With...
Clear Books Payroll supports businesses affected by the new off-payroll working rules (IR35)
Clear Books is proud to provide small businesses with a simple payroll solution that links directly to Clear Books accounting software to support efficient bookkeeping processes. Recently, we’ve made changes to our payroll to help customers affected by the new...
Clear Books: choosing the right type of subscription
Clear Books provides a range of online accounting subscriptions to support the changing needs of your client base. We offer accountant access only subscriptions (Practice Edition) and collaborative subscriptions (Small & Large) which support client access and use of the...
Clear Books: how to avoid coronavirus scams
Have you come across a scammer trying to win your trust this year? Unfortunately, fraudsters are on the rise trying to make use of the coronavirus pandemic as an opportunity to take advantage of people’s sense of uncertainty and fear....
Working from home? You may be eligible for tax deductions
It’s pretty uncertain out there. Businesses are preparing for postponements, cancellations and potentially staff illness, and of course, further lockdowns. If you are working from home because of coronavirus, one thing is certain; tax deductions are available to help you...