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    Running a Business as a Neurodivergent Entrepreneur: A Practical (and Gentle) Guide

    ByAndy Downs September 12, 2025September 12, 2025

    Starting or running your own business can feel like spinning plates at the best of times. If you’re neurodivergent, it can be…

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    Why I Changed the Way I Work to Support Neurodivergent Clients

    ByAndy Downs July 31, 2025July 31, 2025

    I’ve been an accountant for over 35 years, and during that time I’ve met all sorts of business owners. Each one has…

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    🎉 I’ve launched a brand new website – and here’s why I’m excited about it

    ByAndy Downs May 21, 2025May 21, 2025

    After many late-night tweaks (and a few walks with Penny to clear my head), I’m thrilled to say the new Balloon Accounting…

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    Neurodiversity Celebration Week – 17th to 23rd March

    ByAndy Downs March 17, 2025March 15, 2025

    ​Next week, from March 17th to 23rd, I join a global movement to celebrate —a time dedicated to recognising and embracing the…

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    How to Prepare for MTD for IT: A Simple Guide for the Self-Employed

    ByAndy Downs March 4, 2025March 4, 2025

    If you’re self-employed and earning over £50,000 (from 2026) or £30,000 (from 2027), you’ll soon need to follow the new Making Tax…

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    Making Tax Digital for IT: What Self-Employed Business Owners Need to Know

    ByAndy Downs March 4, 2025March 4, 2025

    If you’re self-employed, you’ve probably heard about Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT). But what does it actually mean…

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    Growing a Nursery Business: The Financial Considerations of Expansion

    ByAndy Downs February 8, 2025February 8, 2025

    When a nursery reaches full capacity and starts turning families away, it’s both a fantastic achievement and a major business challenge. Do…

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    Navigating 2025: Key Considerations for Businesses in the Care Sector

    ByAndy Downs January 10, 2025January 10, 2025

    Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, it’s a great time to pause and reflect on the challenges and opportunities ahead…

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    Understanding Trivial Benefits for Staff and Directors: A Handy Guide

    ByAndy Downs November 11, 2024November 18, 2024

    As an employer or director, you might want to show appreciation to your team or treat yourself with a little something now…

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    Planning the Perfect Staff Christmas Party: A Guide to Tax-Free Celebrations

    ByAndy Downs November 11, 2024November 11, 2024

    As Christmas approaches, many businesses are gearing up for their annual staff Christmas party. While it’s a great way to reward your…

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  • Why I Changed the Way I Work to Support Neurodivergent Clients
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  • Neurodiversity Celebration Week – 17th to 23rd March
  • How to Prepare for MTD for IT: A Simple Guide for the Self-Employed
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