The Taxchill Blog
Plain English guides on Making Tax Digital, bookkeeping, and everything sole traders need to know about staying on top of their tax.
Do I Need to Register for MTD ITSA? Who Qualifies, Who's Exempt (2026)
Not sure if Making Tax Digital applies to you? This guide covers exactly who must register for MTD ITSA in 2026, who gets an exemption, and what the £30k threshold means for 2027.
Read articleMTD Bookkeeping for Sole Traders in the North West — Local Support, Flat Monthly Fee
Taxchill provides MTD ITSA bookkeeping for sole traders across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cheshire and Cumbria. Cloud-based, no contracts, from £50/month.
Read articleSole Trader Expenses List 2026: Everything You Can Claim (Don't Miss These)
The complete sole trader expenses checklist for 2026. All 10 categories of allowable expenses, what HMRC won't let you claim, and how to keep records that survive an investigation.
Read articleMTD ITSA Deadlines 2026: Dates, Penalties and What Happens If You Miss One
Miss an MTD ITSA deadline and you'll start racking up penalty points. Here are all the 2026 submission dates, how the £200 fine system works, and what to do if you fall behind.
Read articleWhat is MTD ITSA? Plain English guide for UK sole traders (2026)
Confused by Making Tax Digital? This plain English guide explains exactly what MTD ITSA means for sole traders, what you need to do, and when you need to do it.
Read article5 Bookkeeping Habits That Save Sole Traders Time, Stress and Money
Most sole traders only think about their books when it's too late. These five habits take less than 15 minutes a week and will keep your tax bill predictable all year round.
Read articleDo You Need an Accountant for MTD ITSA — or Can You Handle It Yourself?
Accountants, bookkeepers, or DIY — what's actually the right choice for MTD ITSA? Here's an honest breakdown of costs, effort and what most sole traders actually need.
Read articleWhat Expenses Can Sole Traders Claim? The Complete 2026 Guide
From home office to mileage, equipment to professional fees — here's every expense HMRC allows sole traders to claim in 2026, explained clearly with no jargon.
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