Category Archives: Accountant

Selling your Business

Posted on November 2, 2011 by

On the recommendation of my friend Nick Strong I attended a seminar yesterday in London organised by BCMS Corporate about “Selling Your Business for the Maximum Value”. I hasten to add ,this is not because I am planning to sell … Continue reading →

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New Tesco TV Advert

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

To mark RDP’s 10 years in Martlesham Heath we have created a new advertisement for Tescos TV.  I don’t think the Coen brothers will be quaking in their boots but I hope you like it!

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VAT registration

Posted on July 6, 2011 by

There is a myth in certain quarters that every legitimate business is required to be VAT registered. This is not the case. Your business (as a sole-trader, partnership or company) does not have to become VAT registered until the total … Continue reading →

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Accounting Software

Posted on May 1, 2011 by

How to Choose the Right Accounting Software Keeping your accounts can be a tricky business. It is necessary to do so not only to comply with legal obligations but to help you manage your business. Businesses keep accounts in different … Continue reading →

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Choosing an Accountant

Posted on April 26, 2011 by

I have been thinking about some of the differentiators of my accounting practice and why businesses might choose RDP Accountants, when they have so many good accountants to choose from.  My thoughts were partly inspired by a talk from Robert … Continue reading →

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Flat Rate VAT Scheme

Posted on April 19, 2011 by

HMRC have devised a scheme to make it cheaper and quicker for smaller businesses to calculate their VAT liability. It’s called the flat rate scheme. Normally a VAT registered business deducts their  input tax ( VAT paid to their suppliers) … Continue reading →

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HMRC getting tougher

Posted on March 10, 2011 by

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) issued a reminder today that the new penalty regime for late filing and late payment of Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) Tax Returns starts shortly. During April, your clients within ITSA will receive 2010/11 notices … Continue reading →

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Where are my profits?:Things that surprise clients #3

Posted on March 10, 2011 by

During the 1990′s I was treasurer of a sports club in Colchester. Following a European Court ruling it became possible to claim back VAT on sporting activities and the club had a windfall of more than £20,000  by way of … Continue reading →

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How much tax?:Things that surprise clients #1

Posted on February 20, 2011 by

I have decided to start a series on things that surprise start ups. To start this series, the way HMRC collect self assessment tax and national insurance for sole traders and partnerships. When sole traders and partnerships start up, they can go … Continue reading →

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Driving Your Business Forward

Posted on February 10, 2011 by

On Wednesday I attended an excellent business seminar sponsored by Barclays on the subject of Driving Your Business Forward. The title was very apt as the meeting took place on a bus, kitted out with hi-tech equipment and parked up … Continue reading →

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