YF AccountingWhat Does a Fractional CFO Do, and When Does Your Business Need One?
A fractional CFO is a senior finance director you hire part time, usually for a day or two a month on a fixed fee, and most owner-managed businesses…
Do I Need an Accountant as a Sole Trader? An Honest Answer for 2026/27
No. There is no legal requirement for a UK sole trader to have an accountant. You can register for Self Assessment yourself, keep your own records and file…
How to Switch Accountants in the UK: It Takes One Email
Switching accountants in the UK takes one email from you. You tell the new firm you want to move, they write to your old accountant for professional clearance…
How Much Does an Accountant Cost in the UK in 2026?
Most UK small businesses pay between £25 and £150 a month for an accountant in 2026, or £150 to £400 as a one-off fee for a self assessment…
How to Form a Limited Company in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2026
You form a limited company by registering it with Companies House, which costs £100 online and is usually complete within 24 hours. Before you start you will need…
Xero vs QuickBooks vs FreeAgent: Which Is Right for Your Business in 2026?
If you are choosing accounting software in 2026, the honest answer is that Xero, QuickBooks and FreeAgent will all handle the basics well, so the right one usually…
Accountant in MediaCityUK and Salford Quays: Your 2026/27 Tax Guide for Freelancers, Agencies and Startups
MediaCityUK and Salford Quays have quietly become one of the busiest pockets of small business activity in Greater Manchester. Production companies, design studios, podcast makers, software startups and…
Approaching the £90,000 VAT Threshold: What UK Small Businesses Should Do Before They Cross It
You must register for VAT when your taxable turnover for the last 12 months (checked at the end of every month, on a rolling basis) goes over £90,000,…
Sole Trader vs Limited Company: Which Is Better in 2026/27?
For most people starting out in 2026/27, sole trader is the better choice: it is simpler, cheaper to run, and since dividend tax rates rose in April 2026…
How to Launch a Successful Business: 2026 UK Checklist
Launching a business in the UK in 2026 comes down to a short list of jobs done in the right order: choose your structure, register with HMRC (and…