Accounting guides

Practical accounting guides for Glasgow businesses and individuals. Prepare tax records, compare accountant quotes and understand bookkeeping.

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01 / Your next step

Prepare before you enquire

Folders of paper records beside a calculator and stapler.
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These guides help you organise information and decide what to ask. Start with the task that needs attention, then use the matching service page to request support. Our accounting tools provide calculations and printable preparation lists.

If you are comparing providers, read what affects accountant costs in Glasgow. For a personal tax return, use the Self Assessment records checklist. If the records themselves need work, read bookkeeping versus accounting.

For the latest changes, read what Budget 2026 means for small businesses in Scotland. It sets out the new rates, the start dates and what applies in Scotland.

If you live in Scotland, read Scottish income tax rates and bands for 2026/27 to see how the six bands compare with the rest of the UK.

02 / Your next step

Use a tool for the next practical step

The VAT calculator adds or removes a selected VAT rate. The personalised Self Assessment checklist helps you organise record categories. Their results do not decide your tax position.

For help with the work, explore accounting services or prepare a request using the fees guide.

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01Budget 2026: what it means for small businesses in ScotlandWhat the 28 October 2026 Budget changes for sole traders, company directors, employers and landlords in Scotland, with the dates, the figures and what stays the same. 02Scottish income tax rates and bands 2026/27The 2026/27 Scottish income tax rates and bands, how they compare with the rest of the UK, who pays them, and what you pay at common incomes. 03How much does an accountant cost in Glasgow?Compare accountant costs in Glasgow by service, records and scope. Use examples and a quote checklist to compare what each fee includes. 04Self Assessment checklist: documents to preparePrepare your Self Assessment records with a practical checklist for income, business costs, tax paid and changes. Keep sensitive documents out of enquiry forms. 05Bookkeeping vs accounting: what is the difference?Understand bookkeeping versus accounting, see which tasks belong in each service and use a practical handover checklist for your business records.