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CFW is a modern, friendly, approachable firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers. CFW Chartered Accountants assist in many business start-ups.

Our new offices are located on the A43 and are easily accessible from Kettering and Corby. CFW are business advisors and not just Accountants and recognise that clients require much more than number crunching and compliance work. The ever increasing burden of new regulations can be reduced by using our additional payroll, book-keeping and compliance services. We offer a wide range of services for small to medium sized family businesses. This part of the business cycle can be very difficult and stressful for new clients and we provide constant assistance and back-up to allow the business to develop. All aspects of the new business are covered from liaising with banks and financiers to covering all statutory and revenue compliance work. CFW’s turnaround of work is geared to clients needs. Substantial investment in I.T. permits not only accurate and professional accounts to be provided to clients, but assists us in remaining cost effective to our clients. We have been established for over 25 years and we pride ourselves on providing both a professional and personal service to deliver the right solutions for your business. CFW has five partners and over 15 staff with many years experience in a wide range of business sectors and also has specialist knowledge in many areas. The growing number of women in business has not been overlooked by us and we appreciate that 50% of our potential clients are women. Having a female partner within our team gives us an advantage in this respect and we believe that this reflects the needs of our customers. We like to think of ourselves as client led and aim to provide the services that our clients want and not what we think they need. With a team of 8 qualified and experienced Accountants we can assist with any of your accountancy needs. Our CFW team looks forward to welcoming new clients and to continuing to work with our existing clients whom we highly value, and whom we are confident will continue to recommend our services. Whatever your Accountancy needs, a call to CFW Chartered Accountants in Kettering will provide the answer.

21/10/2026

Certain landlords and self-employed individuals should start preparing now for the next phase of Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax.

Taxpayers with qualifying income above £30,000 in the 2025/26 tax year will be required to join MTD from 6 April 2027. Qualifying income includes gross income from property lettings and self-employment before expenses are deducted.

Early preparation will make the transition much smoother and help avoid compliance issues when MTD becomes mandatory in April 2027.

At CFW our team provides practical, end-to-end support to ensure you meet your MTD obligations with confidence:

• MTD assessment – Assessing when you need to sign up for MTD and assisting you signing up when the time comes
• Software selection and setup – Helping you choose and implement the right cloud accounting solution
• Digital record-keeping support – Ensuring your processes meet HMRC requirements
• Quarterly submissions – Preparing and filing updates accurately and on time
• Ongoing advice and support – Giving you clarity over your numbers and helping you plan ahead

We don’t just focus on compliance—we help you build efficient processes that save time and help you understand your numbers so you can make better business decisions throughout the year.

For more information on how we can help check out the MTD section on our website

https://www.cfwaccountants.co.uk/services/making-tax-digital-mtd

20/10/2026

Important Changes from Companies House

Companies House has changed its login process, with users now moving to GOV.UK One Login to access its online services.

There is also an important change coming from December 2026. Any objections to a limited company being struck off the register must be made through Companies House’ ‘Make an objection’ online service.

We’ve covered these changes and what they mean for businesses in a new news story on the CFW website.

Read the full story here: https://www.cfwaccountants.co.uk/news/companies-house-brings-the-changes

16/10/2026

A business can normally only reclaim VAT on the purchase of a car if the car is not available for any private use whatsoever. This is a very strict test. Typically, the business must be able to demonstrate that private use is prohibited and impossible in practice.

Examples where VAT recovery may be allowed are set out in HMRC guidance and The Value Added Tax (Input Tax) Order 1992 and include:
- A car used exclusively as a taxi.
- A driving school vehicle with dual controls.
- A car acquired solely for resale by a motor dealer.
- A car held for short-term hire.
- A company car kept permanently on business premises and not available for private use.

In most owner-managed businesses, VAT on the purchase of a company car cannot be reclaimed because the vehicle is available for private use, even if actual private use is minimal.

You can find more information on this news story on our website https://www.cfwaccountants.co.uk/tax-news/october-2026-tax-news

14/10/2026

Big changes to the Apprenticeship Levy

The Apprenticeship Levy has undergone its biggest overhaul since its introduction, with changes taking effect from 1 August 2026.

The new Growth and Skills Levy gives levy-paying employers greater flexibility over how their funds can be used, but there are also tighter funding rules to be aware of.
One important change is that new levy funds must now be used within 12 months, rather than 24 months.

We’ve looked at the key changes, including what they could mean for employers and SMEs, in our latest news story on the CFW website.

Read the full story here:
https://www.cfwaccountants.co.uk/news/big-changes-to-the-apprenticeship-levy

13/10/2026

How well is your business performing right now?

If you only look at your accounts once a year, you could be missing valuable information that could help you make better business decisions.

Management accounts give you a clearer picture throughout the year, helping you understand your financial performance and identify trends as they happen.

At CFW, we can prepare management accounts alongside your bookkeeping, giving you regular financial information that can help with planning, decision making and managing the growth of your business.

Because your accountant should be helping you understand where your business is going, not just reporting where it has been.

Find out more about our Accounting, Management Accounts and Bookkeeping services on the CFW website:
https://www.cfwaccountants.co.uk/services/accounting-management-accounts-and-bookkeeping

09/10/2026

This week we all came together to raise funds for Cransley Hospice, our local hospice as part of their GO GREEN For Cransely Hospice Trust. We held a bake sale and raised £300. As you can see there was a delicious selection of sweet and savoury treats on offer.

07/10/2026

Your accounts should tell you more than what happened last year.

For a growing business, your accountant should be more than someone who prepares your year-end accounts and tells you how much tax you need to pay.
At CFW, we use your accounts to help you understand how your business is performing, identify opportunities for improvement and consider the actions you can take to work towards your goals.

From tax planning to understanding your financial performance, we believe your accounts should help you plan for the future, not just report on the past.
If your business is growing and you’re looking for more from your accountant, find out how CFW can help.

Read more about our year end accounts https://www.cfwaccountants.co.uk/services/year-end-accounts

06/10/2026

Companies House changes are coming for small companies

From April 2028, small companies and micro-entities will face changes to how their annual accounts are filed, including new requirements around Profit and Loss accounts.

The good news is that eligible companies will have the option to opt out of having their Profit and Loss accounts published on the Companies House public register.
At CFW, we’ll be able to help eligible clients make this choice when filing their accounts, keeping disclosures to a minimum wherever possible.

If you’re a small company and want to understand how these changes could affect your business, talk to CFW. Call us on 01536 713555

01/10/2026

Key Tax Dates Reminder – October 2026

Stay ahead of your deadlines with our quick guide to important tax dates this month plus a heads-up for November.
• 1st October – Corporation Tax due for year ending 31/12/2025 (unless quarterly instalments apply)
• 5th October – Deadline for notifying HMRC of chargeability, if not already within Self-Assessment, for 2025/26
• 19th October – PAYE & NIC deductions, CIS return and tax for month to 05/10/2026 due (22nd if paying electronically)

Looking ahead to November:
• 1st November – Corporation Tax due for year ending 31/01/2026 (unless quarterly instalments apply)
• 19th November – PAYE & NIC deductions, CIS return and tax for month to 05/11/2026 due (22nd if paying electronically)

If you need help staying on top of your tax obligations? Please do get in touch with the CFW team – we’re here to make your accounting stress-free.
📞 01536 713555
🌐 www.cfwaccountants.co.uk

30/09/2026

On Thursday 8th October we’ll be Going Green for Cransley Hospice. We’ll be holding a bake sale to help raise funds for the valuable work that they do. We’re looking forward to enjoying lots of lovely savoury and sweet treats as well as green Dubai chocolate and green apple candy canes.

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3 Weekley Wood Close
Kettering
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Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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