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💷 Making money but wondering where it's all going?

You're busy. Sales are coming in. But somehow, the bank balance never seems to reflect how well you think the business is doing.

Sound familiar?

Good budgeting and cashflow forecasting can help you understand exactly where your money is going – and, more importantly, what's likely to happen next.

We've put together a simple guide covering four ways to take greater control of your business finances.

No complicated accounting jargon. Just practical advice for business owners.

👉 Read the latest blog on our website.

And if you'd rather talk it through, get in touch with the Bidwell Accountancy team.

Business Budgeting & Cash Flow: Where Is Your Money Going? Making sales but wondering where the money goes? Discover how better budgeting, cash flow forecasting and financial planning can put you back in control.

💰 **Are you paying more tax than you need to?**

Our **August 2026 newsletter** is now available.

This month we're answering some important questions:

❓ Could HMRC owe you a tax refund?

📈 Thinking about selling shares or investments? What could the Capital Gains Tax bill be?

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Can you give money to your children or grandchildren without creating an Inheritance Tax problem?

❤️ Did you know gifting certain shares, land or property to charity could provide valuable tax relief?

📅 And are all your upcoming HMRC deadlines in the diary?

Tax planning works best when it's done **before the transaction happens – not months afterwards when we're preparing the tax return.**

At Bidwell Accountancy, we work proactively with our clients to help them understand their tax position and plan ahead.

👉 Read our latest newsletter on our website.

Already a client and something in the newsletter applies to you? Give us a call.

Looking for a more proactive accountant? We'd love to have a conversation.

**Bidwell Accountancy – Growing your business together.**

Newsletter - August 2026 | Bidwell Accountancy August 2026 tax update from Bidwell Accountancy. Discover HMRC tax refunds, Capital Gains Tax, family gifts, Inheritance Tax planning and key deadlines.

Ever wondered if your accountant could also be your business mentor?
Most business owners don’t realise how much strategic value an accountant can bring!
At Bidwell Accountancy, we help small businesses in Milton Keynes grow with real financial insight—not just tax returns.

👉 Read our latest blog to see why your accountant might be the mentor you’ve been missing.
📞 01908 380391

Why-Your-Accountant-Is-the-Business-Mentor-You-Need-Milton-Keynes Unlock the hidden value of your accountant. Learn how Bidwell Accountancy in Milton Keynes supports small businesses with mentoring, financial planning, and growth-focused advice.

Payroll isn’t just pressing a button.

Behind every payslip is:

• HMRC reporting
• Pension auto enrolment
• Statutory pay calculations
• National Minimum Wage checks
• Director salary planning

Get it wrong and it can cost your business.

From our Milton Keynes head office, we provide fully managed payroll services for local SMEs and limited companies — keeping everything compliant and stress free.

If you’d like a payroll review, drop us a message.

Payroll Services Milton Keynes | Bidwell Accountancy Looking for payroll services in Milton Keynes? Bidwell Accountancy provides fully compliant UK payroll, PAYE, auto enrolment and CIS payroll support for SMEs and limited companies.

Do you actually understand your balance sheet? 🤔

Most business owners focus on profit… but your balance sheet tells you:
💰 What you own
📉 What you owe
📊 What your business is really worth

It’s one of the most important reports in your business — yet it’s often overlooked.

We’ve broken it down in simple terms (no jargon!) so you can finally make sense of your numbers 👇

If you’d like help understanding your business finances, feel free to message us 👍

Understanding Your Balance Sheet: A Simple Guide for Business Owners Understand your balance sheet in simple terms. Learn what your business owns, owes, and is worth with expert guidance from Bidwell Accountancy.

📢 Important update for sole traders and landlords!

From 6 April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is mandatory if your annual income exceeds £50,000 — and that means quarterly digital submissions to HMRC, not just one annual tax return.

Do you know when your first quarterly update is due? Or what happens if you're both a sole trader and a landlord?

We've broken it all down in our latest blog — everything you need to know about quarterly updates, deadlines, and the final declaration.

👇 Read the full guide here:
https://www.bidwellaccountancy.com/latest-news/mtd-for-income-tax-is-here-%E2%80%94-what-sole-traders-and-landlords-need-to-know-about-quarterly-updates/

Have questions about how MTD affects you? Get in touch with our team — we're here to help.

MTD for Income Tax is here — what sole traders and landlords need to know about quarterly updates Expert accountancy and tax insights from Bidwell Accountancy. Practical guides on MTD, self-assessment, VAT, payroll and more — written for businesses and individuals.

Have you been paying yourself the wrong way as a company director?

For years, the advice was simple:
✅ Pay yourself a low salary
✅ Take the rest as dividends

But with increases to Corporation Tax and Dividend Tax, that strategy may no longer be the most tax-efficient.

The worrying part? Many directors are still using the same remuneration strategy they were given years ago without anyone reviewing it.

Has your accountant spoken to you about this recently?

If not... why not?

At Bidwell Accountancy, we proactively review our clients' tax positions to help ensure they're not paying more tax than they need to.

Read our latest blog to find out whether your current strategy is costing you money.

👉 Read the full article on our website today.

Salary vs Dividends 2026 | Is It Still the Most Tax-Efficient Way? | Bidwell Accountancy Paying yourself a low salary and high dividends may no longer be the most tax-efficient strategy. Find out why and see how Bidwell Accountancy can help you minimise your tax bill.

📚 Is bookkeeping taking up too much of your time?

Many business owners spend evenings and weekends catching up on receipts, invoices and bank reconciliations.

The truth is, bookkeeping is about much more than staying organised. Accurate bookkeeping helps you:
✔️ Understand your business performance
✔️ Improve cashflow
✔️ Prepare for tax
✔️ Stay compliant with HMRC
✔️ Make better business decisions

At Bidwell Accountancy, we use modern cloud accounting software like Xero, Dext Prepare and Hubdoc to make bookkeeping simple, accurate and stress-free.

Whether you're a sole trader or a growing limited company, we'd love to help.

📖 Read our latest blog to find out why bookkeeping is one of the most valuable investments you can make in your business.

📞 Get in touch with our team today.

Bookkeeping Services Milton Keynes | Xero Bookkeepers | Bidwell Accountancy Professional bookkeeping services in Milton Keynes. Bidwell Accountancy helps businesses stay HMRC compliant, improve cashflow and save time with Xero cloud bookkeeping.

Has your accountant recently been bought by a larger firm?

Many business owners tell us they no longer speak to the same person and feel like just another number.

At Bidwell Accountancy, we're proud to stay independent and provide the personal service every business deserves.

Read our latest blog to find out why so many businesses are choosing a more personal approach.

👉 Visit our website to read more.

Has Your Accountant Been Acquired? Why More Business Owners Are Choosing Independent Accountants Has your accountant been bought by a larger firm? Discover why many business owners are switching back to independent accountants like Bidwell Accountancy.

Is your business making a profit but still feeling short of cash?

You're not alone.

Cashflow is one of the biggest reasons businesses succeed—or fail.

Our latest blog explains six simple ways to improve your cashflow, avoid financial surprises and gain more control over your business finances.

Take a look and let us know what you think!

Cashflow Management for Small Businesses | Bidwell Accountancy Milton Keynes Learn why cashflow management is vital for business success. Discover practical tips to improve cashflow, forecast effectively and avoid financial stress with expert advice from Bidwell Accountancy.