Rosemary Bookkeeping - North Kent & Sheppey

03/11/2026

Before you hit submit on your MTD quarterly update, do one last check of your records.

Make sure your income and expenses are complete, your bank transactions have been reconciled, and nothing looks out of place.

A few minutes spent checking now can save you from correcting mistakes later.

Need help keeping your bookkeeping ready for each quarterly update?

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween from Teri and everyone at Rosemary Bookkeeping! 🎃

30/10/2026

We know which one you'd rather choose. 👻🪴

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

29/10/2026

Run a shop, café, restaurant, salon, or another qualifying retail, hospitality, or leisure business?

From April 2027, the Small Business Rates Relief thresholds will rise for qualifying properties in England, meaning more businesses could pay no business rates at all.

It’s worth checking how the changes could affect your 2027 costs and budgets.

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

29/10/2026

The National Living Wage will increase to £13.21 per hour, while the rate for 18 to 20-year-olds will rise to £11.27 in April 2027.

For employers, that means more than updating payroll.

Higher wage costs can affect cash flow, pricing and your overall budget, so it pays to plan ahead.

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

29/10/2026

Could large Self Assessment tax payments look a little different in the future?

From April 2029, taxpayers who already make Payments on Account are expected to pay smaller amounts more regularly throughout the year.

That makes it even more useful to track your income, expenses, and likely tax position throughout the year.

Good bookkeeping helps you see what’s coming before a payment is due.

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

29/10/2026

From April 2029, VAT invoices must be issued in a specified electronic format.

There is still plenty of time to prepare, but this is another sign that business tax records are becoming increasingly digital.

If you still rely heavily on paper or manual processes for invoicing and bookkeeping, now is a good time to start planning ahead.

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

29/10/2026

Sell through an online marketplace?

From October 2027, marketplaces will be responsible for collecting VAT on certain sales made by UK businesses.

That makes accurate records of your sales, fees, refunds and VAT more important than ever.

The amount paid into your bank account doesn’t always show the full picture of what you’ve sold.

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

29/10/2026

Drive your own car or van for work?

Starting in April 2027, the tax-free mileage rate will be 55p for the first 10,000 business miles, then 35p for each qualifying mile above that.

Good news if you spend plenty of time on the road.

Just remember, accurate mileage records matter. Keep track of your journeys, dates and business purpose as you go.

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

29/10/2026

Good news. If you are joining MTD for Income Tax in April 2027, you will not receive penalty points for late submission of your first four quarterly updates during 2027/28.

That first-year easement is designed to give new users time to get used to the system.

Now the important bit.

MTD still applies, and the thresholds are continuing to fall:

• Over £50,000 qualifying income? MTD has applied since April 2026.
• Over £30,000? You will need to use MTD from April 2027.
• Over £20,000? You will join from April 2028.

If you are already using MTD from April 2026, your first-year easement ends in April 2027, so the normal penalty points system will then apply.

Whichever threshold applies to you, keeping your bookkeeping up to date will make MTD much easier to manage.

🌐 https://rosemarybooks.co.uk/
📞 0345 862 0072

07/03/2024

🌟 Join us for a morning of building connections! 🌟

🗓️ Save the Date: Thursday 14th March

⏰ Time: 6:30 AM

📍 Location: Waterfront Leisure, 173 Pier Rd, Gillingham ME7 1UB

Ready to expand your business horizons? 🚀

BNI Empire Visitor Day is just around the corner!

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this is your chance to dive into a vibrant community of like-minded professionals, share insights, and create lasting connections.

🤝 What's in Store for You? 🤝

- A group of passionate, hard-working businesses eager to pass referrals to you and your business

- Engaging in Discussions on Business Growth

- Expert Speakers sharing Valuable Insights

- Ample Opportunity for Meaningful Networking

- Endless Possibilities for Collaboration

Don't miss out on this exciting event that could transform the way you do business. Whether you're a business owner or freelancer there's a place for you here.
Ready to take your business to new heights?

Leave a comment on this post and secure your spot for a morning of growth, learning, and endless possibilities.

Let's network, learn, and thrive together!

21/05/2022

I was honoured to pick up a prestigious Rosemary Bookkeeping franchisee of the year award at the ServiceMaster Live 2022 conference.

13/05/2020

A fun way to save and invest for the future............

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09/02/2020

Bookkeeping doesn't just use duck tape to mend the leak, it is stronger than the original material, as it adds value to business decision making and future development, if you find the right bookkeeper........

Keep your finances up to date and you'll be able to run a successful company.

Need help keeping your bookkeeping on track? Call us today.

30/01/2020

A new billboard is now up in Upper Stone Street in Maidstone.

Any businesses that are interested in a quality, professional, friendly bookkeeper to support your business and add value to your business financial process, please get in touch.

I look forward to helping you soon.

25/01/2020

I can be found on bark (a fantastic website that creates a forum for businesses to request services, such as bookkeeping and accounting and for service providers to contact potential clients).

I encourage anyone that may be looking for a particular trusted service, in particular bookkeeping and accounting, to take a look.

If you are in the North Kent* and Isle of Sheppey area and thinking about outsourcing or taking on an expert and friendly professional bookkeeper, then please follow the below link to my profile on bark

We, at Rosemary Bookkeeping, enjoy providing quality friendly services, that give your business back your time spent on bookkeeping tasks, to focus your expert/honed skills on your business development and growth.

https://www.bark.com/en/company/rosemary-bookkeeping---north-kent-and-isle-of-sheppey/qkqpD/?show_reviews=true

* North Kent - Medway Towns, Sittingbourne, Maidstone, West Malling

Rosemary Bookkeeping - North Kent and Isle Of Sheppey is a Bookkeeper on Bark, serving Gillingham and surrounding areas. Check our their Bark profile and leave a review now.