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24.05.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-05-24

  • RT @efficiencycoach: considering whether to go LLP, Ltd or sole trader? http://bit.ly/17KZb8 //good understandable blog #
  • Is may tax code right, how many time have we heard that in 2010? Some guidance from AW Accounting http://bit.ly/dcHDeG #
  • RT @britstockphoto: UK pro/am photogs – want to be a #BritstockPhoto contributor? Visit the web site and let us know! http://bit.ly/681Urz #
  • Off to potential elderly client to assist with tax codes on state and other pension, taking MG Midget as it is sunny #
  • RT @wavecrestglen we ship stuff to Africa for some UK charities. Pls DM with more info & I may be able to make intros -for @falconforge #
  • @corksnob Although they are behind it is a great job, good price + tidy + friendly guys, come and look. http://tweetphoto.com/23301418 in reply to corksnob #
  • Office moved temporarily to son’s bedroom desk to escape distraction of builders http://tweetphoto.com/23299543 #
  • RT @AngliaSolutions: @alastairwood – ‘builders’ and ‘on time’ in the same sentence? Are builders ever on time? :o ) //3 weeks lare already! #
  • Helping out client with PAYE underpayment, awaiting their figures from #Moneysoft and #Quickbooks so see if HMRC correct # read more
17.05.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-05-17

  • RT @chapperscounts: HMRC have a new Agent Dedicated Line (ADL): 0845 366 7855 for SA and Employee PAYE queries. Live already apparently. #
  • RT @ir35advice: Self-employed IT analyst wins ‘borderline’ IR35 appeal http://bit.ly/99caXx //Balance was “in favour of self employment” # read more
10.05.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-05-10

  • RT @Greenenergychap: @alastairwood alastair. Is that really you? well done to your photographer ( @kentpictures )?! /Of course it’s me Barry #
  • #ff @kentpictures with the patience of a saint phographing my new profile pic. Hope you like it too! #
  • Time to crack on with end of year PAYE returns for clients. 1/2 already completed, on the home run now. #
  • @BoffinBase Looking forward to meeting up at #Tuttle.101 in a couple of weeks #
  • @WOinGravesham Thanks for the follow, trying to link up with other Gravesend businesses, get some tweetups going, # read more
03.05.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-05-03

26.04.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-04-26

19.04.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-04-19

  • @RussellHotel Can't remember the rest of the ad, concentrating too much on the first word. Let me know how many responses you get, #
  • Meeting with client to discuss their new partnership, should be a couple of company formations to do. #
  • Met office volcanic ash maps – fascinating http://bit.ly/cygDnf #
  • RT @JonnieJensen: LinkedIn for business – the what, why and how to get started. See the presentation I gave to the #IOD http://ow.ly/1yyXo #
  • RT @SuButcher: @falconforge hello btw and thx to @alastairwood for intro. I love your dog! Also think u might've made grate in our fireplace #
  • RT @yellowpark: the 164ft white elephant (horse) gets the go ahead for Dartford. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! http://bit.ly/b8ip9K // Agreed #
  • RT @fellowcreative: @SRowlandDesign I believe we're defined by what we do not our title. That said, intangible ambiguity rarely sells! #
  • Just completed proposal for large client, need to speak to directors regarding small tax efficient salary and bigger dividends #
  • @clicksmedia who I have invited to #tuttle.101 and #tipple.101 #
  • Met a couple of interesting new people on Twitter @falconforge is into architectural ironwork so spk to @subutcher for contacts and #
  • Signing up new client after #4N Sevenoaks n/w breakfast. Networking does work! #
  • Meeting up with old family friend at Kent Invicta Chamber n/w event at Langley Hotel in #Tonbridge. Anyone need a great chef? #
  • Dates and deadlines for 2010/11 tax year, with a few interesting ones too :-) http://bit.ly/9tFWX1 #
  • Visiting client to sign off December year end accounts, all other clients year ends more recent. #
  • Sending first client's March year end accounts off with personal tax return for 5 April. Excellent turnaround. #
  • RT @qjinspiration: By the way, are we allowed to swear on Twitter? //Yes but risk being unfollowed :-) #
  • Really pleased ex colleague recommended me to family member as their accountant #goodreputation. Thanks Trevor #
  • RT @RussellHotel: #Maidstone parliamentary candidates here tomorrow from 7.00am. Sign up here to come along: http://twurl.nl/l7wye2 #
  • Scam HMRC emails promising tax refunds – do not click on the link. HMRC advice: http://bit.ly/d8970a #
12.04.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-04-12

  • Just spotted an error in the date of OWG Networking on 3rd Tuesday monthly, should be 20th http://bit.ly/bNpy3u #
  • Dates and deadlines for 2010/11 tax year, with a few interesting ones too :-) http://bit.ly/9tFWX1 #
  • @pagroupuk has volunteered to speak about asbestos at OWG Network breakfast #Dartford on 19 April http://bit.ly/bajojG #
  • @KentBusinessDir Strange 153 by last night only 154 tonight, good hit rate day 1 not so good on day 2 #
  • Looking forward to OWG Networking breakfast on 19 April, booking info on Linked In http://bit.ly/bajojG See you there #
  • Marketing Workshop this morning I wonder if social media will get a look in. Then seeing potential client pm who wants personal service. #
  • HMRC – New to VAT Helpsheet http://ow.ly/1vCTP – basic but recommended #
  • Added my listing to kentfind.co.uk now owned by @KentBusinessDirectory http://ow.ly/1vCIj #
  • RT @robocallaghan: My MP didn't turn up for the second reading of #debill – did yours? http://www.didmympshowupornot.com/ nor mine-Adam… #
  • Finalising some 31 March 2010 accounts and tax return for client, tax saved through pre year end planning, and prompt filing too. #
  • PAYE scheme but no employees in year, new quick way to notify HMRC http://ow.ly/1vu8l #
  • Broadband and cider budget pledges dropped pre election http://bit.ly/aTNqnd #
  • Good news for Cider drinkers, budget increase will not hit statute before the election but if Labour win 2nd finance act in June #
  • 6 April, must be a new tax year and time to start thinking about getting that tax return done. Sent checklists to all my clients today. #
05.04.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-04-05

  • Thanks to @pagegroupuk for RT and congrats to @PaulWeston33 on job. What a great community Twitter is! #
  • Printing off individual tax return checklists for clients ready to send next week. #
  • My latest blog post on – What year end should I choose for my company? http://bit.ly/9tBne4 #
  • Preview of my next 2 weekly blog posts, What year end should I have? and Employee or contractor? Watch here for publication #
  • 5 questions to ask at networking events, excellent advice from @jasoncobine http://bit.ly/cpf7Hz #
  • @ahmednuaman Redman Inchoak by Morrisons in Strood have a large 2nd hand warehouse which is worth a try #
  • Tories to review hated IR35 legislation if they win election #freelancer #self employed http://bit.ly/93AZKh #
  • @robholding They are new to Twitter so may be worth emailing too! Met them via networking, set up directory of royalty free photos #
  • RT @KentBusinessDir: Twitter name @alastairwood now added to my Premium Listed business on Kent Business Directory http://bit.ly/a1oRhE #
  • 40th anniversary community production of Jesus Christ Superstar this week in #Dartford -Booking-http://tweetphoto.com/16415968 Pls RT #
  • Ltd accounts are due at Co House 9 months after year end. Finished accounts for client and emailed over as due at Companies House tomorrow. #
  • @robholding Rob thought you might want to touch base with @britstockphoto who are on the lookout for #photographers in reply to robholding #
  • RT @fellowcreative: Great article on selling and social media, with thx to @PennyPower http://bit.ly/bYsXGB #
  • RT @VATark: New Blog Post: February VAT returns online? – File before 3 Apr, HMRC website maint over weekent http://ow.ly/16VojF #
  • RT @DiamondSec: RT @AVirtualAngel: RT @mumstheboss: 5 Sanity-Saving Admin Tips http://tinyurl.com/yjzrej5 //Good adv re accounts #
  • RT @VATark: Fuel Scale charges from 1 May 2010: http://bit.ly/aPNHOc #
  • RT @chapperscounts: First ICAEW QA visit completed successfully – Hurray! My reviewer was lovely!//Glad it went well #
  • Looking forward to meeting @BecomeKnown etc at #Tuttle.101 this morning. Then some client accounts pm to avoid penalty. #
29.03.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-03-29

  • Chuffed that I won bottle of champers for namebadge design ahead of the creative types at CDN networking at IOD on Fri http://bit.ly/b8xUYY #
  • RT @yanall: @MumUltrapreneur get your next appliance from http://www.tradeappliances.co.uk they always have offers//Thx I may well try them too. #
  • RT @BecomeKnown: Want a couple of hours off work Monday am? Tell them you need inspirational chat at #tuttle.101 ;) http://bit.ly/aYYCCb #
  • Thanks for advice from @lemezma this morning regarding linking Tweetdeck and Linked in – it works! #
  • RT @ahmednuaman: my business bank account just got raped; I just paid corporation tax… //hope your accountant saved you a bit #
  • RT @the1club: a big thank you to Dee Uzoka for her presentation today it was brilliant , informative and helpful. TY Dee/ / A1 and Chris too #
  • RT @JasonBracy: free @digg app's here for iphone! they're giving out 1 custom ipad each day for 2 weeks to celebrate! http://bit.ly/diggapp #
  • My latest blog on Tax returns – do I need one and what information must I keep? http://bit.ly/bnF2k4 #
  • For a summary of the key #Budget2010 announcements http://awaccs.co.uk/tax-advice/march-budget-2010 #
  • @Greenenergychap Other #renewables items from #Budget2010 Low Carbon Growth – http://bit.ly/bKHSkC #
  • Preparing paperwork to sign up a client I first met on Twitter, then 121 at Victoria Station #
  • RT @simonluck: @alastairwood Will be there on Monday – another taker for #tuttle.101 #
  • Looking forward to seeing @Caraccidentaid and @DeeVAS among others at Linked In training at @AbbotsBarton tomorrow #
  • RT @DarrenTMH: BBC News – LIVE: #budget2010 http://bit.ly/akz82w – child tax credit to rise by £4pw for 1 & 2 year olds from 2012 #
  • #budget2010 Winter fuel payment to be held at higher level for another year #
  • #budget2010 Tax avoidance and evasion to be targeted and raise additional tax revenues #
  • RT @AccountingWEBuk: #budget2010 Support for computer games sector same as for film industry #
  • #budget2010 £100m for repairs to local roads due to winter weather #
  • #budget2010 No increase in main rate of corporation tax #
  • #budget2010 Doubling of Entrepreneurs relief limit from £1 to £2m #
  • #budget2010 Doubling Annual Investment Allowance to £100k for small businesses #
  • #budget2010 Business rates to be cut for small businesses from October #
  • #budget2010 15% of government contracts to go to SMEs #
  • RT @accountancyage: #budget2010: Darling confirms asset sales, including the student loan book, The Tote and the Dartford Crossing. #
  • #budget2010 Credit adjudication service for "unfair" loan decisions for business #
  • #budget2010 Freeze of IHT threshhold for next 4 years #
  • #budget2010 60% of all tax increases paid for by 5% of population #
  • #budget2010 UK has fastest deficit reduction plan of countries in G7 #
  • #budget2010 Tax receipts better than expected in Dec/Jan and Feb, but spending better than expected #
  • #budget2010 Increase in fuel duty 1p in April, October and January #
  • #budget2010 ISA limits to increase in line with inflation. #
  • #budget2010 Double stamp duty for first time buyers from midnight to £250k funded by 5% duty on property > £1m #
  • #budget2010 Possible scrapping of forced retirement age for older workers and more support for younger workers >24years #
  • #budget2010 Car scrappage has increased car sales by 30% #
  • #budget2010 Bankers bonuses have raised £2bn twice what was expected #
  • #budget2010 "We will get all taxpayers money back from the banks" #
  • RT @AbbotsBarton: 3 more spaces still avail for LinkedIn seminar here tomorrow only £15 plus brilliant opportunity to network! DM for info! #
  • Enjoyed meeting @englishmedia (works with @caraccidentaid) at Meusli Mafia breakfast yesterday #
  • Finalrecommendations to come along to #Tuttle.101 @englishmedia http://bit.ly/aYYCCb – would be good to see you there Monday #
  • My 2 recommendations to come along to #Tuttle.101 @simonluck @britstockphoto http://bit.ly/aYYCCb – good to see you there Monday #
  • RT @fellowcreative: #Tuttle.101 hosted by @becomeknown – Monday 29th March, 09:30, The George Vaults, Rochester… http://bit.ly/aYYCCb #
  • @Resonata Great to hear you are sorted, if it is all go for this year I will prepare paperwork and bring to CDN. Look fwd to see you and Ivo in reply to Resonata #
  • RT @BookMarkLee: Already announced in PBR: income tax rates, allowances & reliefs. No further changes expected wef 6 April 2010. #budget10 #
  • RT @qjinspiration: Action without Distraction is pure Satisfaction! // Mmmmm must switch of Tweetdeck – too distracting #
  • RT @fellowcreative: A show of hands please folks – if James @becomeknown hosted #tuttle.101 on Mar 29th who could/would make it? pls RT +Me #
  • Just back from looking at client's Sage for year end, time to do some recommendations for them + new bookkeeper #
21.03.2010 Twitter No Comments

Twitter Tax Advice week 2010-03-22

  • Met some great folk at #4N Medway this morning then helped out client with new company of #Sage #
  • @pagroupuk Thanks for RT Keith, anyone with turnover >£100k must file VAT online from 1 April #
  • VAT Online from 1 April, free events and help from HMRC, local one in Southborough 30 March http://ow.ly/1nHLd #
  • Speaking to @law4mumpreneursregarding client buying property for business # read more