Accounting for Government Funded Grants and Loans
We work with many sole traders, partnerships and limited companies and as the grants and loans roll in from Government backed schemes it begs the question “How should these grants… Read More
News
Careers in Bookkeeping
In support of 2020’s Mayflower 400 anniversary celebration events, Starbooks Ltd MD Vicki Longmore MICB is part of Plymouth’s 400 Women in STEM campaign, promoting careers for women in STEM… Read More
Happy Valentines
Vicki Longmore MICB owns and runs the Luca Award-winning bookkeeping practice Starbooks Ltd, with her partner Barry Fender. The couple’s stellar efforts have culminated in being shortlisted as finalists for… Read More
Using Professional Bookkeeping Services
If you don’t have the time or confidence to take on bookkeeping, a professional can help. Let’s look at what they do, how they charge, and how to choose one.… Read More
Bookkeeping Tasks for Small Businesses
As a small business owner or director you’ll want to ensure that your business financial accounts are being well looked after, whether you’re using in-house resources or outsourcing to a… Read More
Cheers to ICB Bookkeepers Around the Globe 2019
We’ve been out and about raising a cup for Global Bookkeeping Week and some of our clients have been raising their cups in full support of us ICB bookkeepers! This… Read More
Starbooks Announced as Luca Award Finalists 2019
The nominees for the 2019 Luca Awards were announced by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB Global) on Thursday 31st October and Starbooks have been shortlisted in the Small Practice… Read More
Raise a Cup for Global Bookkeeping Week 2019
Global Bookkeeping Week from 18th – 22nd November means that for one whole week the spotlight will be on bookkeepers across the world, celebrating the business-boosting work they do, and the life-changing effect of a bookkeeping career.
Open Banking
Open Banking is the secure way to give providers access to your financial information. It opens the way to new products and services that could help customers and small to medium-sized businesses get a better deal. It could also give you a more detailed understanding of your accounts, and help you find new ways to make the most of your money.
Getting Ready for Brexit
The Government has said that the UK will be leaving the EU on 31 October whatever the circumstances. Leaving the EU without a deal means there will be immediate changes… Read More
Bookkeeping Mistakes Small Businesses Should Avoid
Even though it’s important to make sure your financial records are accurate, it’s not often the most exciting part of working for yourself. It’s easy to focus on the more… Read More
HMRC Personal Tax Accounts
Managing your tax affairs online couldn’t be easier with the HRMC Personal Tax Account. Your personal tax account brings all your tax information together in one place. It’s secure, personalised, available… Read More
VAT Signup Periods – Making Tax Digital
With only a few days to go before the commencement of HMRC’s Making Tax Digital for VAT (MTDfV) many businesses may still be uncertain about when they should be registering… Read More
Xero Launches MTD for VAT Solution
Xero have announced that their Making Tax Digital (MTD) for VAT solution went live today – ahead of the 1 April mandation date. It will be available in all Xero… Read More
400 Women in STEM
We are delighted to announce that Starbooks are supporting the 400 Women in STEM campaign and that our MD, Vicki Longmore AICB has taken her place as one of the… Read More
Update Report on Brexit from EU VAT Office
The EU VAT Office has issued an update on how to treat VAT on transactions with EU based businesses in the event of a no deal in March. Members who… Read More
Xero MTD Workshop Poll
Making Tax Digital is a key part of the government’s plans to make it easier for individuals and businesses to get their tax right and keep on top of their… Read More
National Living Wage to Increase Nearly 5% from April 2019
Increases to the National Living Wage and the National Minimum Wage will come into effect from 1st April 2019. Those aged 25 and over are to receive an increase of… Read More
Statutory Increase to Workplace Pension Contributions
To assist employers in their preparations for the upcoming increase of automatic enrolment contributions, The Pensions Regulator have published a handy guide via their website. The minimum contributions you and… Read More
Starbooks Ltd Wins Luca Award
Starbooks Ltd were announced as the winners of the ‘Members Social Media Presence of the Year’ award at Monday evenings Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) Luca Awards ceremony. The glamorous… Read More
Cheers to ICB Bookkeepers Around the Globe
We’ve been out and about raising a cup for Global Bookkeeping Week and some of our clients have been raising their cups in full support of us ICB bookkeepers! This… Read More
Going Dotty for Children in Need
Thanks to the support of the public, BBC’s Children in Need is able to make a real difference to the lives of children all across the UK. In support of… Read More
Raise a Cup for Global Bookkeeping Week
Global Bookkeeping Week from 19 – 23 November means that for one whole week the spotlight will be on bookkeepers across the world, celebrating the business-boosting work they do, and… Read More
Starbooks Luca Award Nominations
Following the recent news that Starbooks have been announced as finalists in 2 categories at the 2018 ICB Luca Awards, Vicki Longmore (Starbooks MD) has spoken about her delight with… Read More
Starbooks Announced as Luca Award Finalists
The nominees for the 2018 Luca Awards were announced by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB Global) on Thursday 8th November and Starbooks have been shortlisted in 2 categories at… Read More
What is Making Tax Digital?
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is an HMRC initiative designed to digitise the UK tax system to make sure it is effective, efficient and easier for taxpayers. Making Tax Digital for… Read More
Making Tax Digital Compliant Accounting Software
HMRC have updated their guidance for Making Tax Digital for VAT to help businesses find MTD compliant accounting software. The update lists software that has already been certified MTD complaint… Read More
Confirmation of Payee
Changes to the information that we provide when making a bank payment or transfer are coming to the UK next
Making Tax Digital for VAT Pilot Launched
A pilot for a new online VAT service was launched today, with HMRC inviting more than half a million businesses to try it ahead of new rules coming into force… Read More
HMRC Employer Bulletin October 2018
This edition has some important information about “Paying employees when the regular payday is a non-banking day”, Apprenticeships and the National Minimum Wage.
Making Tax Digital & VAT
HMRC has published further information on Making Tax Digital (MTD) to support businesses and agents in the run up to the start of the mandatory MTD VAT service from April… Read More
Benefits of Using the Cloud
If you want your business to work smarter and faster, cloud accounting/bookkeeping software is a wise investment. Working in the cloud will give you a better overview of your finances,… Read More
Preparing for Making Tax Digital
Introduction to Making Tax Digital Making Tax Digital is a key part of the government’s plans to make it easier for individuals and businesses to get their tax right and… Read More
HMRC Delays Making Tax Digital
HMRC has today announced significant changes to the roll-out of its Making Tax Digital scheme, which was due to go live from April 2018. The scope and timetable have now… Read More