Most people start a business because they believe in their product or service, are committed to taking it to market and want to make it pay. Few would claim expertise in tax, accounting or company law as part of what they bring to a new venture, and they should not have to.
What’s included
- Choosing a structure: sole trader, partnership, LLP or limited company
- Business plans, sales forecasts, cash-flow models and budgets
- Financing needs and preparing finance proposals
- Building a relationship with your bank
- Registering with HMRC and Companies House
- Setting up bookkeeping and accounting systems
How we work with you
Talk it through
Tell us what you need and how your records are kept.
Agree the scope and fee
You know what is included and what it costs before work begins.
Ongoing support
Deadlines and rule changes are raised with you before they become urgent.
Current rules at a glance
| Register for Self Assessment | By 5 October after the end of your first tax year of self-employment |
|---|---|
| VAT registration threshold | £90,000 of VAT-taxable turnover in a rolling 12-month period |
| Making Tax Digital for Income Tax | Applies above £50,000 of qualifying income now, falling to £30,000 in 2027 and £20,000 in 2028 |
Checked against GOV.UK on 26 September 2026. Rules change, confirm your own position before acting. Sources: Self Assessment tax returns: deadlines, VAT registration thresholds, Check if you’re eligible for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.
Common questions
Should I start as a sole trader or a limited company?
It depends on expected profits, risk, how you want to take income and the administration you are prepared to take on. Anewthing can compare the options using your own figures.