Adena Accountancy

15/05/2026

5 things HMRC notices immediately on tax returns

Most business owners don’t realise how many red flags can trigger extra attention from HMRC.

Here are 5 common ones:

❌ Claiming unusually high expenses
If your expenses look far higher than businesses similar to yours, it can raise questions.

❌ Mixing personal and business costs
Trying to claim personal spending as business expenses is one of the biggest mistakes we see.

❌ Large income changes
Big jumps (or drops) in income compared to previous years often get noticed.

❌ Missing or inaccurate records
No receipts, poor bookkeeping, or inconsistent numbers can create problems fast.

❌ Filing late repeatedly
Late tax returns and missed deadlines can increase the chances of penalties and extra scrutiny.

The good news?
Most tax issues are preventable with proper bookkeeping and planning.

Staying organised throughout the year saves:
✅ stress
✅ time
✅ penalties
✅ and often money

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12/05/2026

The £1,000 mistake we see self-employed people make constantly… 👀

Mixing personal and business spending.

It sounds small, but this mistake causes:
❌ missed tax deductions
❌ bookkeeping chaos
❌ inaccurate records
❌ overpaying tax
❌ stress at tax time

A lot of self-employed people wait until the end of the year to sort receipts, bank statements, and expenses.

By then, important deductions are often missed.

One of the simplest ways to stay organised and potentially save money:
✅ Use a separate business bank account
✅ Track expenses monthly
✅ Keep receipts digitally
✅ Don’t leave bookkeeping until January

Good bookkeeping isn’t just about staying compliant — it helps you keep more of what you earn.

Comment “CHECKLIST” if you want a Free deductible expenses checklist

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11/05/2026

Most business owners are OVERPAYING tax without even realizing it. 👀

Here are 3 tax deductions many businesses forget every year:

✅ Home office expenses
If you work from home, you may be able to claim part of:

-internet
-electricity
-heating
-phone bills

✅ Business mileage
-Using your personal car for work?
Those miles could reduce your tax bill significantly.

✅ Software & subscriptions
Things like:

Canva
Zoom
accounting software
CRM tools
marketing platforms

…are often claimable business expenses.

Small missed deductions add up FAST over the year.

The problem?

Most business owners only think about tax when the deadline is close.

Comment “TAX” if you want a Free deductible expenses checklist

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09/04/2026

Making Tax Digital is changing how UK businesses report tax. Learn what MTD means for VAT, Income Tax, and Corporation Tax

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"How to Do Bookkeeping When You’re Self-Employed – Simple Steps for Stress-Free Finances

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📘 9 Core Elements of Bookkeeping Every Business Owner Should Know 💡

Want to master your business finances? It all starts with understanding the foundations of bookkeeping.
We’ve broken down the 9 essential elements every entrepreneur, freelancer, or startup founder should know to keep their books accurate and audit-ready:

💬 Have questions about any of the 9 elements? Drop them below — let’s simplify your numbers together.

The 9 Fundamental Principles of Bookkeeping

09/04/2026

📚 7 Bookkeeping Tips Every Business Owner MUST Read! 💼
Struggling to stay on top of your finances? You're not alone — but the good news is, it doesn’t have to be stressful.
We’ve put together 7 essential bookkeeping tips to help you:

✅ Avoid costly mistakes
✅ Keep your records organized
✅ Save time (and money!)
✅ Feel confident when tax time rolls around

Whether you're a small business owner, freelancer, or just starting out — these tips are a game changer.
👉 Read the full list now and get your books in order like a pro!
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