Accounting Blog
Expert accounting blog covering tax, bookkeeping, payroll and HMRC compliance for UK sole traders and small businesses. Updated by Malik AccounTax.
Is Outsourced Bookkeeping Worth It?
In-house bookkeeper or outsourced service, which actually costs less? Here's the real comparison, including hidden costs most business owners don't factor in.
Virtual Finance Office: What It Is & Why It Works
Growing business stuck between an overworked bookkeeper and a full finance team you can't afford? Here's how a Virtual Finance Office solves that gap.
Auto Enrolment Pension Calculator: Guide for Small Employers
Hired your first employee? Here's what auto-enrolment actually requires — thresholds, contribution rates, provider options, and how a pension calculator keeps it all accurate.
Dividend Tax Calculator: How Much Will You Pay in 2026/27?
Dividend tax rates rose in April 2026. Use this guide to work out exactly what you will pay, how much is tax-free, and whether your salary-dividend split still makes sense.
The Right Way to Handle an HMRC Investigation
Received an HMRC letter? Learn why investigations happen, what to expect, and the practical steps that protect your business — plus whether investigation insurance is worth it.
Personal Tax Accountant Edinburgh: Complete Guide
Personal tax gets complicated fast — rental income, dividends, asset sales and missed reliefs cost you money. Malik AccounTax provides expert personal tax accounting services online in Edinburgh.
How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax in the UK: Complete Guide
Selling a property, shares, or business asset? Learn how CGT actually works, the 2026/27 rates and allowance, and the legitimate ways to reduce what you owe before you sell.
How Much Is Corporation Tax for a Limited Company?
How much is corporation tax for a limited company? Discover current UK rates for 2026, marginal relief explained, key HMRC deadlines and mistakes every limited company director must avoid.
Payroll Accounting Services for UK Businesses
Payroll mistakes are costly—missed RTI submissions, incorrect tax codes & pension errors can lead to HMRC penalties. Malik AccounTax provides fully managed payroll accounting services across the UK.