Managing your money

Summer economic statement by the Chancellor on 8th July 2020

The Chancellor delivered an economic statement on 8th July 2020 setting out measures to help the UK recover from the severe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Limited company

Company year end accounts checklist for limited companies

A company year end can be a daunting undertaking for first-time limited company directors. However it needn't be the end of the world. Here's what you need to know to get your year end accounts sorted.

VAT registration and reporting explained – and what rate of VAT applies?

Although the ins & outs may be tricky to grasp for first-timers, the sooner you get your head around the HMRC VAT system the sooner you can benefit from it.

Get paid

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – Guide for Employers

HMRC launched its online claim service and portal for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme on 20‌‌th April 2020. Our guide explains how to make a claim.

Get paid

Self-Employment Income Support Scheme – guide for the self-employed

We've put together this guide to help you make a claim on the government's Self-Employment Income Support Scheme aimed at sole traders and partnerships.

What help is available for small businesses, gig workers, and the self-employed affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)?

The government has announced financial measures to support businesses through the Covid-19 emergency from 16th March 2020.

10 steps to successfully simplify your small business accounting

Taking care of your small business accounting can be a little daunting for complete newcomers, but the process isn’t as scary as you might think.

The value of bookkeeping software for small businesses

Bookkeeping software may not be able to make bookkeeping fun, but it can definitely make it much easier. Here's a few ways how.

News and opinion

Open letter: Support for limited company directors & self-employed during the COVID-19 pandemic

Crunch has written to the Chancellor providing analysis and feedback from clients, which we believe justifies a widening of the government’s grant support.

Personal finance

How a good mortgage broker can save you money during coronavirus

Being self-employed shouldn't prevent you from getting a mortgage, but is this still the case in the confusing landscape of 2020?

Coronavirus Bounce Back Loan Scheme – guide to the scheme and making a claim

The Coronavirus Business Bounce Back Scheme is designed to provide quick access to cash . We've put together this guide to help you make a claim

Personal finance

Can I get a mortgage if I’m self-employed?

Self-employed and struggling to get a mortgage? We share insider tips that will increase your chances of securing a mortgage.

What is a payment on account and do I have to pay it?

Payment on account is not something that is widely known about among people who have never been part of the Self Assessment system. Learn more now!

UK Tax rates, thresholds, and allowances for the 2020/21 and 2019/20 tax years

There are many different tax rates in the UK affecting both individuals and businesses - we've pulled them all together so you can keep on top of them.

Dividends – what are they and what taxes do I pay on them?

Dividends are, put simply, payments made to company shareholders from the profits of a company after corporation tax.