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BlueMarble Bookkeeping is a professional, home run business. Tailored to helping your business grow.

02/11/2026

📂 A little bookkeeping regularly beats a big catch-up at year-end!

If your receipts are scattered across your inbox, your expenses are waiting to be categorised and your bank statements haven’t been reconciled for months, you’re not alone!

But keeping your records up to date throughout the year can make a real difference. You’ll have a clearer picture of how your business is doing, and less stress when deadlines roll around.

And if your books have got a little behind, don’t worry. Blue Marble Business Services can help you get things back on track.

30/10/2026

Sometimes you need someone to help you understand what needs filing. Sometimes you want to plan ahead before your company year-end. And sometimes you just want the reassurance that your bookkeeping and accounts are being looked after.

Blue Marble Business Services supports small businesses with bookkeeping, Xero, year-end accounts, Corporation Tax and more, helping you stay organised and feel more confident about your finances.

Whether you’re a sole trader or running a limited company, we’re here to help make the numbers feel less daunting.

Get in touch to find out how we could support your business.

28/10/2026

📊 Are you a sole trader? Making Tax Digital could change how you manage your accounts.

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is being introduced in stages, meaning some sole traders and landlords now need to keep digital records and send quarterly updates to HMRC.

The good news? You don’t have to figure it all out alone!

At Blue Marble Business Services, we can help you with:

✔️ Checking whether your income qualifies
✔️ Getting you signed up and set up with compatible software
✔️ Preparing and submitting your four quarterly updates
✔️ Completing your final declaration

We’ll help you understand what’s required and keep things organised throughout the year, so you can focus on running your business.

Not sure whether Making Tax Digital applies to you? Get in touch and we’ll help you understand your next steps.

25/10/2026

Bookkeeping & Xero: keep your business finances in order.

Good bookkeeping isn’t just about keeping HMRC happy. It helps you understand where your money is going, keeps your records organised and makes year-end accounts far less stressful.

At Blue Marble Business Services, we can help with:

✔️ Xero setup, migration and tidy-ups
✔️ Bank and card reconciliations
✔️ Purchase and sales ledger management
✔️ Quarterly VAT returns

Whether you’re new to Xero or your current bookkeeping system needs a little TLC, we can help get everything set up properly and keep things running smoothly throughout the year.

Less time chasing paperwork, more time running your business! 🙌

Get in touch to find out how we can help.

23/10/2026

Year-end accounts & Corporation Tax for limited companies

Your company accounts shouldn’t just be about ticking boxes and receiving a tax bill months later. A conversation before your year end can help you understand your options and plan ahead, while there’s still time to do something about it.

At Blue Marble Business Services, we can help with:

✔️ Statutory accounts filed at Companies House
✔️ CT600 Corporation Tax returns filed with HMRC
✔️ Salary and dividend planning
✔️ Director’s loan account tidy-ups
✔️ Confirmation statements

Our aim is to help you stay on top of your company’s responsibilities and make informed decisions, rather than leaving everything until the last minute.

Running a limited company and need support with your accounts? Get in touch to find out how we can help.

21/10/2026

📢 Limited company owners, there are changes to prepare for.

From April 2028, all UK companies will need to file their annual accounts with Companies House using commercial software.

The reforms also include changes to the information small companies and micro-entities must file, so it’s worth understanding what this could mean for your business ahead of time.

You can read the official update here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/companies-house-to-bring-in-changes-to-accounts-filing-from-april-2028

If you’re unsure how future changes might affect your business, getting advice early can help you feel prepared.

19/10/2026

Employers, when did you last check your payroll rates?

The National Minimum Wage rates increased in April 2026, so it's worth making sure your payroll is using the correct rates for your employees.

The current rates include:

• £12.71 per hour for workers aged 21 and over
• £10.85 per hour for workers aged 18 to 20
• £8.00 per hour for workers aged 16 to 17 and eligible apprentices

It's not just about checking the hourly rate, either. Things like unpaid working time, deductions and working hours can affect whether someone is actually receiving the minimum they're entitled to.

If you employ staff, it's worth reviewing your arrangements to make sure everything is correct.

Source: GOV.UK, National Minimum Wage rates for 2026

16/10/2026

Can we talk about the jobs that never seem to leave your to-do list? 😂

You know the ones.

The receipts that need sorting.

The invoices you need to chase.

The paperwork you promised yourself you'd finish last Friday.

And that one admin job you've been moving to tomorrow for the last three weeks.

Running a small business means there is always something else that needs your attention. It's easy for the behind-the-scenes jobs to slip when customers and clients come first.

So here's your reminder that you don't have to do absolutely everything yourself.

What's the one job on your business to-do list that keeps getting pushed back? We're curious!

15/10/2026

You've done the work. Sent the invoice. So why are you still waiting to be paid?

The Government has introduced the Small Business Protections Bill, which aims to tackle late payments through measures including tighter payment terms for large businesses and stronger enforcement against persistent late payers.

The proposals are intended to help small businesses spend less time chasing money and more time getting on with running their business.

Because getting paid for work you've already done shouldn't have to be a battle.

💬 Small business owners, what's your experience? Are late payments still a big problem in your industry?

Source: [GOV.UK: Small Business Protections Bill](https://www.gov.uk/government/news/largest-crackdown-on-late-payments-in-over-25-years-as-landmark-bill-enters-parliament)

14/10/2026

“Lucy’s knowledge and expertise are the best I’ve worked with, perfect for me as a small business owner!”

Thank you so much for this lovely feedback. ❤️

We know how much small business owners have to juggle, so being able to take some of the financial admin off your plate and give you confidence that things are being looked after means a lot to us.

You don't need a whole accounts department to have someone knowledgeable in your corner.

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