Starting a business? Let’s get it right from day one
The first few weeks set the tone for everything that follows. We guide you through the decisions and registrations so your new business starts compliant, organised and free of nasty surprises later.
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Tell us a little about your situation. We aim to reply within one hour in office hours.
Who this is for
Whatever stage you’re at, we’ll explain what applies to you and take the paperwork off your plate.
New sole traders
Registering with HMRC and keeping the right records from the start.
New limited companies
Help understanding director duties, filings and what the company owes.
Side businesses
Starting something alongside a job? We make sure both incomes are reported correctly.
Taking over a business
Buying or inheriting a business? We help you understand the numbers and the next steps.
Clear, careful work with no jargon
There’s a lot to decide at the start: sole trader or limited company, when to register for VAT, how to keep records and what you’ll owe HMRC. Our business setup accountants in London talk you through your options in plain English and give you an honest view of what suits your situation. If you want a business setup accountant in London to guide those first decisions, we can talk you through them in a free chat.
If you’re going self-employed, we can walk you through registering as self-employed and your first Self Assessment. If you’re forming a company, we explain what’s involved and what comes after. Want to see what ongoing support costs? Build a quote on our Get a quote page.
What’s included
- ✓Honest advice on sole trader versus limited company
- ✓Guidance on registering with HMRC for Self Assessment
- ✓Support understanding company formation and director responsibilities
- ✓Help choosing accounting software and setting up your records
- ✓Advice on when VAT registration makes sense
- ✓Clear next steps for your first-year tax deadlines
We’ll tell you honestly which structure fits, rather than pushing one over another.
Simple from the first call
Free chat
Tell us about your situation. We listen first and answer your questions in plain English.
Fixed fee, agreed upfront
You’ll know the cost before we start, with no hourly surprises.
We take it from there
We prepare everything and talk you through it before it’s filed.
Questions we get asked
Should I be a sole trader or a limited company?
It depends on your profits, risk and plans. Many people start as sole traders for simplicity, while others benefit from a limited company early on. We’ll compare the options with your own numbers and give you a straight answer.
When do I need to register as self-employed?
You should register as soon as you start trading, and no later than 5 October following the end of the tax year in which you began. We can make sure it’s done on time.
Do I need to register for VAT straight away?
Not always. Registration becomes compulsory once your taxable turnover passes the VAT threshold, but registering earlier can sometimes make sense. We’ll look at your figures and advise.
What records should I keep from day one?
Sales invoices, purchase receipts and bank statements, plus things like mileage or home-working costs where they apply. We’ll set up a simple system so it never becomes a chore.
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Let’s get your business started properly
Book a free consultation with experienced business setup accountants, or reach us however suits you best. We aim to reply within one hour.