Business help and advice
Here's some help and advice for when you have started your business and need direct instant answers to your pressing business questions. This section is updated on a regular basis.
- Online VAT calculator This easy to use calculator shows you the net VAT if you have a gross amount or the gross VAT if you have a net amount. Just key in your figures and this handy calculator will do the rest.
- VAT flat rate scheme HMRC operate a flat rate VAT scheme so you don't need to calculate the VAT on everything you buy and sell. It's a reduced rate you simply apply to your gross sales value.
- Companies Act 2006 Changes There are major changes in the companies act 2006 (due to be fully implemented by October 2009 - although some changes will come into force earlier). It is designed to make life easier for business owners but check what is means for your business.

