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Practical guides on HMRC, Making Tax Digital, mileage claims and bookkeeping — written for UK sole traders, small businesses and the accountants who look after them.
- HMRC & compliance6 min read
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD ITSA): what UK sole traders need to do in 2026
MTD for Income Tax starts phasing in from April 2026 for UK sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000. Here's the deadlines, quarterly updates and digital record-keeping rules.
Read the guide → - Expenses & mileage5 min read
HMRC mileage rates 2026: how to claim 45p per mile as a UK sole trader or limited company
The 45p and 25p HMRC approved mileage rates explained, with worked examples for sole traders, limited company directors and employees claiming business mileage in the UK.
Read the guide → - HMRC & compliance5 min read
Digital receipts and HMRC: how long to keep records and what actually counts as evidence
HMRC accepts digital copies of receipts if they're clear, complete and stored properly. Here's the rules for sole traders, limited companies and VAT-registered businesses in the UK.
Read the guide → - Self Assessment7 min read
Self Assessment allowable expenses: the 2026 checklist for UK sole traders
The full list of allowable business expenses UK sole traders can claim on Self Assessment for the 2025/26 tax year — from home office costs to subscriptions and simplified expenses.
Read the guide → - For accountants6 min read
Choosing bookkeeping software for UK accountants: what to look for in a client portal
Multi-client dashboards, MTD compatibility, receipt capture and CSV exports — what UK accountancy practices should look for when picking bookkeeping software for their clients.
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