Financial Due Diligence Checklist for Contractor & Freelancer Acquisitions: A Risk‑Focused Guide
A step‑by‑step due‑diligence checklist for acquiring contractor‑based businesses, covering valuation, IR35 transfer, payroll audit, digital platform migration, tax liabilities, and post‑deal integration to protect buyer value.
Salary vs Dividends for UK Contractors: A Practical Tax Planning Guide (2026)
Learn how to decide between salary and dividends as a UK contractor. Understand IR35 impact, National Insurance thresholds, personal allowance, dividend tax rates, and how Money Momentum’s Premium plan automates the decision.
IR35 Compliance Guide for UK Contractors & Freelancers: 2025‑2026 Legislative Updates, Strategic Status Determination, and a Practical Roadmap to Maximise Savings
Navigate the latest IR35 reforms with confidence. This guide explains the 2025‑2026 legislative timeline, status determination methodology, risk assessment, and actionable checklist, showing how Money Momentum’s tiered bookkeeping plans embed proactive compliance to protect earnings and deliver meas
Specialist Accounting for Healthcare & Medical Practices
For healthcare providers, financial clarity isn’t just about tax returns; it is the operational foundation that allows for focus on patient outcomes rather than HMRC correspondence. Whether you are running a high-turnover dental practice, managing a private clinic, or navigating the complexities of NHS pensions, the administrative burden of patient care is often underestimated. At […]
How to Pay Yourself Properly From Your Business
This is one of those things nobody explains clearly. People either: Take money whenever they need it Copy what a friend does Or hope their accountant “sorts it later” That’s how confusion, tax surprises and stress creep in. Paying yourself properly isn’t about being clever.It’s about being deliberate. Let’s walk through it properly. First, it […]
What Happens If You Miss a Tax Deadline
If you’ve missed a tax deadline, the first thing to know is this: You’re not the first.And you’re not in immediate trouble. Most people imagine the worst.In reality, HMRC is far more structured and predictable than the fear suggests. Let’s walk through what actually happens, step by step. First, take a breath Missing a deadline […]
Why Your Accountant Keeps Asking for Information (And Why It Matters)
If you’ve ever thought: “I already sent this.”“Surely they can see that themselves.”“Why are they being so pedantic?” You’re not alone. Almost every client thinks this at some point.And it’s completely understandable. But here’s the honest reason accountants ask so many questions:because guessing is how mistakes, penalties and stress happen. Let’s explain this properly. It’s […]
The Expenses HMRC Actually Cares About (And the Ones That Cause Trouble)
Most problems with HMRC don’t start with big fraud.They start with small assumptions. Someone told you an expense was “fine”.You saw it on social media.Your mate’s been claiming it for years. And then a letter lands. The issue usually isn’t what you claimed.It’s why you claimed it and how well you can explain it. Let’s […]
How Much Tax Should I Be Putting Aside Each Month in UK
If you’re self-employed or running a small business, this question usually pops up at the worst possible moment. Often late at night.Usually after a good month.Sometimes followed by a quiet sense of panic. “How much of this is actually mine?”“How much should I not touch?”“What if I get this wrong?” Let’s clear this up properly. […]
6 Tips for Property Management Bookkeeping
Are you a landlord who finds it challenging to maintain accurate financial records? Many property managers struggle with financial management, whether they manage a single property or a larger portfolio. Keeping precise financial records is crucial for personal tax purposes. One challenge is tracking the finances of each property separately. This practice is essential for […]