If you're in the process of writing a business plan then check out this quick guide from BusinessWings.co.uk. You'll find a contribution from me as well!

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Rob

Don’t expect anything at all. Remember when we wrote about the impending 'doom' in January '08 when the government and Bank of England were talking about inflation. We then explained that the economy was indeed 'being brought forward' and to expect the doom merchants to ensure that if we were going into a recession we would do it right away. Sure enough it happened, and we are coming out of it by design just as the election arrives.

And so what sweeties might you expect to lure you...

Rob

Does the idea of getting your finances in order because of taxation issues fill you with dread? If you are like many other small business owners, then I’m sure it does!

Let’s admit it, many entrepreneurs hate paperwork but where tax is concern it is on area you cannot avoid. So what is the solution? One way out is to use the services of a professional tax advisor, or someone who is prepared to take this burden on. Of course this does cost money so you may want to think about the...

Rob

31 January is the last filing deadline for your Self-Assessment tax return for the fiscal year ended 5 April 2009 (and the deadline for paying the tax due), reminds Deloitte, the advisory firm.

If you have not yet filed your tax return, you will need to do so online by 31 January, as the deadline for filing paper returns has now passed. However, there are some important issues which taxpayers need to consider for 2008/09 returns:

Who needs to complete a return?
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Rob

When it comes to financial matters and keeping the tax man happy many small business owners fail miserably! Let’s face it, it’s much more fun and more profitable to get out there and make sales but neglecting your finances can cost you just as much as a few missed sales.

Here are some tips on keeping your finances in good shape.

1. Keep your business and personal expenses separate. When starting out in business you may have only one bank account but as your business...

Rob