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Anita Forrest

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I’m Anita, a Chartered Accountant with over a decade of experience taking self employed business owners from financially confused to business savvy.

‘Go Self Employed’ is a collection of articles and resources to make self employment less terrifying, no matter what stage you are at.

When I’m not bean counting or writing blog posts you’ll find me walking my dog, in the gym or bingeing on Netflix.

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What are the Penalties for Missing the Tax Return Deadline?

Penalties for missing your self assessment tax return deadline are all too common. You are probably familiar with the all important 31 January online filing deadline for Tax Returns (31 October if you file a paper return) and paying your tax. But what happens if you are late?
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Beginners Guide to HMRC Payments on Account

Let's talk about HMRC Payments On Account as we fast approach the self assessment tax return filing deadline of 31 January.
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Important 2019 Tax Dates for the Self Employed

Here are the 2019 Tax Dates that are important if you are self employed along with a handy infographic for you to save and keep.
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Reasonable Excuses for Missing the Tax Return Deadline

If you didn’t manage to get your self assessment tax return in by the 31 January deadline, you’ll face penalties and interest.
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When to Submit your First Making Tax Digital VAT Return

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What does Making Tax Digital (MTD) Mean?

It's estimated over 40% of small business owners don't know what Making Tax Digital means. So I have put together this blog...

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