You know you need to do it, you've been meaning to do it all week, and you’ve even logged into Xero. But suddenly, deep-cleaning the oven or reorganising your desk feels like a genuinely appealing way to spend the afternoon. Welcome to classic bookkeeping avoidance. If reconciling your business transactions is the one job on your to-do list you keep pushing to next week, you’re not alone. The good news is that keeping your accounts in order doesn't have to feel like a punishm

Starting a company is exciting, you’ve got the name, the logo, the website… and then someone mentions Finances and suddenly you're wondering if you should have just stayed in bed. The good news? Getting your finances organised from the beginning doesn't have to be complicated. Here are 5 financial things I'd set up as soon as you start a company. 1. A business bank account First things first: keep your business money separate from your personal money. It makes your bookkeepin

There are some business expenses that just feel wrong to put through the books. You know the ones. You bought it at home.You use it personally too.It doesn't look particularly “business-y”. So you assume: “Nah. I definitely can't claim that.” But sometimes… you can. Here are 5 expenses that aren't quite as taboo as you might think. 1. Your household bills Work from home? You may be able to claim a proportion of certain household costs, including things like heating, electrici