Plain-English guides for Cornwall’s small businesses
MTD, self-employment, landlords, VAT and everything in between, written the way we’d explain it over a cup of tea.
We publish at least one new guide every month, the last one went up 31 August 2026.
Landlords31 August 20269 Landlord Tax Saving Tips for 2026/27
Rental income is taxable, but how much you pay depends on how well you plan. Nine practical ways UK landlords can cut their tax bill in 2026/27.
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Compliance & Company Services22 August 2026How to Complete PSC Identity Verification, Step by Step
Companies House now requires directors and Persons with Significant Control to prove who they are. Here's exactly how the process works, who it applies to, and what happens if you miss it.
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Sole traders16 August 2026Do I Need to Register as a Sole Trader if I Earn Under £12,570?
You must register as a sole trader once your gross self-employment income passes £1,000; even if you earn under the £12,570 personal allowance and owe no tax.
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Sole traders12 August 2026Best Accounting Software for MTD Sole Traders
The best accounting software for MTD sole traders is the simplest HMRC-recognised app you’ll actually use — here’s how to compare the main options and what to avoid.
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Landlords14 July 2026Do I Need MTD Software as a Landlord?
Do I need MTD software as a landlord? Yes — if your gross rent plus any self-employment income passes the threshold, HMRC requires compatible software. Here’s how to choose it.
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Making Tax Digital10 June 2026What is Making Tax Digital and Does It Affect Me?
What is Making Tax Digital and does it affect me? It affects you if your combined self-employment and rental income is over £50,000 — here’s what changes and when.
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Community25 April 2026Flora Day Helston: 8th May 2026
Every May, Helston comes alive for Flora Day; one of Cornwall’s most iconic traditions. Here’s our local guide to making the most of the day.
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News22 April 2026Why More Cornwall Businesses Are Moving Back to Local Accountants
Cornwall businesses are tired of call centres, outsourcing and generic advice. Here’s why local, personal accountancy is making a comeback.
Read the guide- MTD Updates17 April 2026
MTD Specialists in Helston & South West Cornwall
Based in Helston, we help sole traders, landlords and small businesses across Cornwall get ready for Making Tax Digital, with real people, not jargon.
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Business Advice11 April 2026How to Be Tax Efficient in Business
Running a tax-efficient business isn’t about dodging tax, it’s about not paying more than you need to. Here’s how to get it right from day one.
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MTD Updates7 April 2026Making Tax Digital Exemptions: Who Can Apply
HMRC has released clearer guidance on who can apply for a Making Tax Digital exemption. Here’s what qualifies, and what doesn’t.
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Business Advice6 April 2026CIS Tax Rebates in Cornwall: Are You Owed £1,000s Back?
Subcontractors across Cornwall are quietly overpaying tax under CIS. Here’s how to check whether HMRC owes you a rebate, and how to claim it.
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Tips20 March 2026Allowable Expenses Sole Traders Miss
Most sole traders quietly overpay tax by missing expenses they’re perfectly entitled to claim. Here are 12 of the most common ones.
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MTD for Landlords: What to Know Before April 2026
From 6 April 2026, Making Tax Digital reshapes how landlords report rental income. Here’s what’s coming, and how to get ahead of it.
Read the guide - KernowTips23 February 2026
The Hidden Cost of DIY Bookkeeping
Doing your own books feels like a saving, until you count the time, stress and missed expenses. Here’s the real cost of DIY bookkeeping.
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MTD Updates2 February 2026Making Tax Digital Myths Busted
MTD has attracted a lot of noise, and a lot of myths. Here are ten of the biggest, and the plain-English truth behind each one.
Read the guide- News12 January 2026
Making Tax Digital (MTD) Explained for UK Small Businesses
Making Tax Digital is one of the biggest changes to the UK tax system in years. Here’s a plain-English guide to what it means for your business.
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