Steve Gray HEXHAM

Setting up in business will present you with hundreds of things to think about - things that drive you to succeed, but also things you don't understand, had not even thought about or which you don't want to spend too much of your valuable time on.

Registration of your business for tax, and possibly VAT, and submission of tax returns are areas I can help you with.

This page provides pointers to some of the resources available if you do want to do everything yourself. I would recommend finding out more about tax through HMRC's informative free workshops and through Business Link.

However, it is always worth having someone you can rely on to talk you through any issues, to cut through the red-tape and to ensure you are complying with tax legislation. I could be that person for your business. Give me a call or drop me an e-mail.

Links and downloads:

• HMRC's "thinking of working for yourself" leaflet http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/leaflets/se1.pdf

• Business Link's tax help and advice for new businesses https://www.gov.uk/browse/business/business-tax covering issues such as Income Tax, registration for self-assessment and record keeping.

• A general guide to keeping records for your tax return www.hmrc.gov.uk/sa/rk-bk1.pdf

• To register with HMRC visit http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/sa/register.htm#4 or call the Newly Self-Employed Helpline on 0845 915 4515 and give them details about yourself and your business