3ES Accountants Ltd

3ES Accountants Ltd 3E'S is a Harrow-based accountancy firm offering a myriad of accounting, tax, and consultancy services.

Making Tax Digital is not just another HMRC update.It changes how many sole traders and landlords manage their records a...
17/06/2026

Making Tax Digital is not just another HMRC update.

It changes how many sole traders and landlords manage their records and submit tax information.

Many people still believe:
- Spreadsheets alone will be enough
- Quarterly updates are optional
- They have plenty of time to prepare

The reality is that businesses that prepare early will have a much smoother transition.

The longer you leave it, the more stressful it becomes.

Need help preparing for MTD? Speak with our team today: https://3esaccountants.co.uk/contact-us/

One of the most misunderstood tax topics?Thinking that every business expense is automatically tax deductible.HMRC has s...
15/06/2026

One of the most misunderstood tax topics?
Thinking that every business expense is automatically tax deductible.

HMRC has strict rules around what counts as an allowable expense.

We often see confusion around:
- Home office costs
- Business vehicles
- Meals and entertainment
- Clothing expenses
- Personal purchases through the business

Getting it wrong can lead to problems later if HMRC reviews your records.

When in doubt, it’s always better to check first rather than assume.

Need help understanding what you can actually claim? Visit: https://3esaccountants.co.uk/contact-us/

One of the biggest mistakes business owners make?Waiting until the year-end to look at their figures.By then:- Tax surpr...
12/06/2026

One of the biggest mistakes business owners make?
Waiting until the year-end to look at their figures.

By then:
- Tax surprises happen
- Cash flow problems build up
- Missed expenses can’t always be corrected
- Opportunities to save tax are gone

Good accounting is not just about filing returns.

It’s about understanding what’s happening in your business throughout the year.

The businesses that stay on top of their finances usually make better decisions and avoid unnecessary stress.

Need help getting your finances organised properly? Visit: https://3esaccountants.co.uk/contact-us/

Running a convenience store means managing hundreds of transactions every day.And we often hear things like:- "I don’t h...
09/06/2026

Running a convenience store means managing hundreds of transactions every day.

And we often hear things like:

- "I don’t have time to check every receipt."
- "I’m not sure if I’m claiming everything properly."
- "VAT on different products gets confusing."

Small mistakes can quickly add up:

- Missed expenses can mean paying more tax than necessary
- VAT coding errors can create HMRC problems later
- Mixed personal and business spending can affect your profit figures

Good bookkeeping and accurate VAT reporting make a big difference.

Talk to our convenience store specialists: https://3esaccountants.co.uk/accountants-for-convenience-stores/

New summer VAT changes could affect hospitality businesses this year.Reduced VAT rates on certain meals, attractions and...
05/06/2026

New summer VAT changes could affect hospitality businesses this year.

Reduced VAT rates on certain meals, attractions and entertainment mean businesses will need to track sales carefully and apply the correct VAT treatment.

Getting it wrong could affect:

- VAT returns
- Profit margins
- Cash flow

We help hospitality businesses stay compliant and manage VAT properly during busy trading periods.

Talk to our specialists: https://3esaccountants.co.uk/hospitality-accountants/

If you're a CIS contractor, your CIS deductions may soon become part of your Making Tax Digital reporting requirements.T...
03/06/2026

If you're a CIS contractor, your CIS deductions may soon become part of your Making Tax Digital reporting requirements.

That means:

- Keeping proper digital records
- Tracking CIS deductions accurately
- Reporting the correct figures to HMRC
- Avoiding mistakes that could affect your tax position

Many contractors still leave everything until year-end — but MTD for Income Tax is changing that.

We help CIS contractors reconcile deductions properly, stay compliant, and avoid problems later. Visit: https://3esaccountants.co.uk/cis-accountants/

VAT deadline: 1 June is here. Q2 deadline is coming. Don’t get caught out.If your VAT quarter ended 30 April, your retur...
01/06/2026

VAT deadline: 1 June is here. Q2 deadline is coming. Don’t get caught out.

If your VAT quarter ended 30 April, your return and payment are due by 7 June. If you haven't already, start gathering those digital records now – MTD for VAT doesn’t forgive late submissions.

We file your MTD-compliant VAT returns, track reclaims, and advise on the best scheme for your business (Flat Rate, cash accounting, etc.).

Forward this to your business partner or finance person.

Then let’s talk - we can make it so much easier! https://3esaccountants.co.uk/vat-return-services/

Employers – the P60 deadline is this Friday, 31st May.If you haven't issued P60s to your employees yet, time is almost u...
29/05/2026

Employers – the P60 deadline is this Friday, 31st May.

If you haven't issued P60s to your employees yet, time is almost up.

By Friday, you must have:

- Finalised all payroll records for 2025/26
- Issued a P60 to every current AND former employee who worked for you last tax year
- Ensured all HMRC submissions are accurate and complete

What happens if you miss it?

- Automatic penalties from HMRC
- Employees unable to complete their Self Assessment
- Unnecessary stress and last-minute corrections

Whether you have 1 employee or 100 – don't leave this to chance.

Don't let the deadline pass you by. Contact us immediately: https://3esaccountants.co.uk/contact-us/

Buying a pharmacy is a big investment — and small financial mistakes early on can become expensive later.We’ve seen buye...
29/05/2026

Buying a pharmacy is a big investment — and small financial mistakes early on can become expensive later.

We’ve seen buyers run into issues like:

- Overestimating future profits
- Not reviewing cash flow properly
- Missing hidden costs in the deal
- Poor tax planning from the start

The right financial planning before you buy can make a huge difference to how successful the business is long-term.

Read our latest blog to understand the most common mistakes — and how to avoid them. https://3esaccountants.co.uk/common-financial-mistakes-buyers-make-when-purchasing-a-pharmacy/

If you’ve received a letter from HMRC about cryptoassets in an Inheritance Tax return, it can feel a bit confusing.What ...
22/05/2026

If you’ve received a letter from HMRC about cryptoassets in an Inheritance Tax return, it can feel a bit confusing.

What are they actually asking for?

HMRC is checking whether any cryptoassets were correctly included in the estate valuation.

This usually means:

- Confirming if the person held crypto
- Checking how it was valued at the time
- Making sure nothing has been missed

Read the full blog to understand what HMRC is asking and how to respond confidently. https://3esaccountants.co.uk/hmrcs-cryptoassets-and-inheritance-tax-returns-letter-explained-what-you-need-to-know/

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