Tax returns: how do i work out how much i owe?
This is my first year and can't afford an accountant. I have total earnings and total expences,but do t know the sums to work how much I need to pay.
Australia - 1 Answers
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Answer 1 :
The first year and can't afford an accountant. have total earnings and total expences.
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Friday, December 28, 2012
Friday, December 14, 2012
How do i receive emails with PDF attached on BT internet.?
How do i receive emails with PDF attached on BT internet.?
I am having problems receiving emails from my accountant through BT internet. THey attached a couple of PDF's but the emails don't reach me. Is there something in the BT settings that stop them. Any help welcome. Cheers Rab
Security - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
I wouldn't have thought so. Idea- try getting the emails through an online elmail account like tiscali or something. http://www.tiscali.co.uk/login/index.php?url=/commscentre/email/index.php
Answer 2 :
Its problem with the mail ... If you use Yahoo Mail you can try to use its search function to look for an specific email sender, email file. You can also try to use windows live mail http://get.live.com/wlmail/overview Put it on a website like you normally would put a file on a website. Attach it to emails like you would normally attach a file on an email.
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I am having problems receiving emails from my accountant through BT internet. THey attached a couple of PDF's but the emails don't reach me. Is there something in the BT settings that stop them. Any help welcome. Cheers Rab
Security - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
I wouldn't have thought so. Idea- try getting the emails through an online elmail account like tiscali or something. http://www.tiscali.co.uk/login/index.php?url=/commscentre/email/index.php
Answer 2 :
Its problem with the mail ... If you use Yahoo Mail you can try to use its search function to look for an specific email sender, email file. You can also try to use windows live mail http://get.live.com/wlmail/overview Put it on a website like you normally would put a file on a website. Attach it to emails like you would normally attach a file on an email.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
How difficult is it for a doctor to immigrate to Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, etc.?
How difficult is it for a doctor to immigrate to Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, etc.?
If I am a doctor who just graduates from an Australian medical school, how hard will it be for me to immigrate to Britain, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand? Is being a GP a highly skilled profession that immigration officials of those countries would choose more than someone who is of (I don't want to sound patronising but I can't phrase this better) mediocre skill, such as an accountant, or a plumber? Add: English was my first language so I'm fluent in English, and reside in the USA
Immigration - 2 Answers
People Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
Immigration to the UK as a doctor shouldn't be impossible (we certainly need more doctors than plumbers or accountants!!), although things have become more difficult as they continue to tighten up immigration laws, also the new "caps" which the new UK Coalition Government are placing on immigration will make it even harder to be accepted. Being a doctor should allow you to apply for a visa as a "highly skilled migrant" (Tier 1) but you'd still need to pass the points based assessment as regards age, qualifications, experience, earnings potential, English language fluency and financial means etc. Plus the capping regulations will mean less applications being considered/successful (they come into effect next summer). http://www.workpermit.com/uk/uk-immigration-tier-system/tier-1/general-highly-skilled-migrants.htm
Answer 2 :
Australia You need to understand that a GP is not a doctor straight out of medical school. You have to spend several years working as an RMO in a hospital and then apply for a Residency program and then it is another 3 years. Only after that are you considered a GP. Only Australian citizens can apply for the Residency program. At present there is a need for doctors in Australia BUT in 2012 there will be an increase of 300% in the number of locally trained medical students (the first intake will graduate then). So it is highly probable that in 5 years only specialist doctors (cardiologists, radiologists etc) will be eligible for migration. The expectation is now that there will not be enough placements for the 2012 graduates to complete their intern year and most of the international students will have to return home to complete this.
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If I am a doctor who just graduates from an Australian medical school, how hard will it be for me to immigrate to Britain, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand? Is being a GP a highly skilled profession that immigration officials of those countries would choose more than someone who is of (I don't want to sound patronising but I can't phrase this better) mediocre skill, such as an accountant, or a plumber? Add: English was my first language so I'm fluent in English, and reside in the USA
Immigration - 2 Answers
People Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
Immigration to the UK as a doctor shouldn't be impossible (we certainly need more doctors than plumbers or accountants!!), although things have become more difficult as they continue to tighten up immigration laws, also the new "caps" which the new UK Coalition Government are placing on immigration will make it even harder to be accepted. Being a doctor should allow you to apply for a visa as a "highly skilled migrant" (Tier 1) but you'd still need to pass the points based assessment as regards age, qualifications, experience, earnings potential, English language fluency and financial means etc. Plus the capping regulations will mean less applications being considered/successful (they come into effect next summer). http://www.workpermit.com/uk/uk-immigration-tier-system/tier-1/general-highly-skilled-migrants.htm
Answer 2 :
Australia You need to understand that a GP is not a doctor straight out of medical school. You have to spend several years working as an RMO in a hospital and then apply for a Residency program and then it is another 3 years. Only after that are you considered a GP. Only Australian citizens can apply for the Residency program. At present there is a need for doctors in Australia BUT in 2012 there will be an increase of 300% in the number of locally trained medical students (the first intake will graduate then). So it is highly probable that in 5 years only specialist doctors (cardiologists, radiologists etc) will be eligible for migration. The expectation is now that there will not be enough placements for the 2012 graduates to complete their intern year and most of the international students will have to return home to complete this.
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Saturday, December 1, 2012
What qualifications will i need to become a chartered accountant (GCSE's,A levels,Apprenticeships and Degrees)?
What qualifications will i need to become a chartered accountant (GCSE's,A levels,Apprenticeships and Degrees)?
Kay...so im still in year 9, so i can change my GCSE options and stuff (: i need to know what qualifications and grades i will need to become a chartered accountant, and what the average pay would be if i were a chartered accountant, and if anyone would recommend it, or not (: any help from the UK would be appreciated, as im sure the pay and qualifications would be different in other countries x thanks for any help (: i dont mind if you only have a little idea of the job either, every little helps (: <3 x i would also like to add if anyone has an opinion on wether its better to be a certified accountant or a chartered accountant (: to add, i am very good at maths and i get level 8's all the time in year 9, which is a B grade in GCSE i think. i have also done some A and A+ questions which i seem to have done well at (: x
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You will not have to worry about your GCSE choices although if your Maths is weak you might want to rethink this plan. Although there is a track that does not go through uni, you should go. Suppose you decide after some time that you want to do something different? You would be well and truly stuck if you had no degree. You do not have to study Accounting at uni although if you do, you will be exempt the first of the ACCA exams. Better to study a subject like Computing or Law which will allow you to become a Specialist accountant. More interesting and better paid! After uni you will need to be hired by an accounting firm and you take the exams as you work. The better firms are very, very picky so make sure you have a 2.1 from the best uni you can get into (must be Russell Group). A Certified Public Accountant is the American equivalent so not much use to you.
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Kay...so im still in year 9, so i can change my GCSE options and stuff (: i need to know what qualifications and grades i will need to become a chartered accountant, and what the average pay would be if i were a chartered accountant, and if anyone would recommend it, or not (: any help from the UK would be appreciated, as im sure the pay and qualifications would be different in other countries x thanks for any help (: i dont mind if you only have a little idea of the job either, every little helps (: <3 x i would also like to add if anyone has an opinion on wether its better to be a certified accountant or a chartered accountant (: to add, i am very good at maths and i get level 8's all the time in year 9, which is a B grade in GCSE i think. i have also done some A and A+ questions which i seem to have done well at (: x
Higher Education (University +) - 1 Answers
People Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
You will not have to worry about your GCSE choices although if your Maths is weak you might want to rethink this plan. Although there is a track that does not go through uni, you should go. Suppose you decide after some time that you want to do something different? You would be well and truly stuck if you had no degree. You do not have to study Accounting at uni although if you do, you will be exempt the first of the ACCA exams. Better to study a subject like Computing or Law which will allow you to become a Specialist accountant. More interesting and better paid! After uni you will need to be hired by an accounting firm and you take the exams as you work. The better firms are very, very picky so make sure you have a 2.1 from the best uni you can get into (must be Russell Group). A Certified Public Accountant is the American equivalent so not much use to you.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
If you won the Lottery what would be the very first thing you would do?
If you won the Lottery what would be the very first thing you would do?
Everyone is hyped up about the Lottery and talk about what they would spend the money on. The winners do not receive the funds straight away. My question is relating to the time between jumping around the room to making your way to claim your winnings. I believe that I wouldsit down and plan what I would be spending the sum on. I then would be on the Internet looking up an Accountant and holidays away.
Gambling - 30 Answers
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Answer 1 :
The first thing I would do would be to donate half to the pro-life movement. Then I would hire someone to come do my hair every morning.
Answer 2 :
I'd be looking around for a good house with a nice big back garden so that my daughter would have a safe area to play when she wants to go outside and of course we'd have to get the promised pet dog or 2! That's my biggest dream.
Answer 3 :
I would plan a big party and ake my fiends out shopping. I would buy a new house and pay someone to do the work on mine that has needed doing for 2 years!!
Answer 4 :
Write down everything that i want out of life and who i would help out.. then pay off my debts.. holiday and move house
Answer 5 :
Hire a financial adviser.
Answer 6 :
Work out what to do with the money. I'd like to clear my debts, keep enough so that I wouldn't "need" to work anymore - then look at helping family and friends, then look to give some to charities and/or community groups.
Answer 7 :
Until i got my hand on the cheque i would not do a thing as I'm one of these who does not believe things until i have the evidence right there in front of me !.
Answer 8 :
Assuming you mean the jackpot, and not the ten quid I won last week - walk out of this job never work for anyone else ever again.
Answer 9 :
i'd buy boyfriend a ticket to one side of the world then fly to the other side.
Answer 10 :
tell my boss to stick his job where the sun don't shine.
Answer 11 :
Have a (very) large gin and tonic... just to get over the shock!
Answer 12 :
Maybe go to work, declare wealth, then 'rub it in' a bit, and a bit more, and then say stuff your job and kiss my a s s ! Just a thought... I'd go to the travel agency, collect brochures, pick a nice place to go to once funds have cleared, go on holiday and discuss with my hubby what we are going to do with the money - invest it of course to give my baby the best life I can give. Also make sure our families never need to worry about money either.
Answer 13 :
I WOULD BUY MY MUM AND DADS HEADSTONE FOR THE GRAVE
Answer 14 :
I know this is sad but as I work for quite a technical field in the NHS I would work my notice and make sure that I did a good job before I left. I'd still do the things like plan on giving out the money, holidays, new car, house, etc. You got the rest of your life to spend the money and enjoy life - I wouldn't worry about the next 3 or 4 weeks of my life working if I'm never going to do it again!!
Answer 15 :
After jumping around the room, then I would start to plan for the future. I'd hire a financial advisor and commence to looking for a nice house with lots of yard space. Then I'd have to hook my family members up and give God his ten percent.
Answer 16 :
i'd buy a big house and get a pool and get a good car for starters. then i'd put the restin the bank to gain interest and get rich fast
Answer 17 :
I'd bulldoze milton Keynes and build a temple!!
Answer 18 :
I would split it six ways between me, my four children and the love of my life. With my share I would buy a house very close to where I am now, pay all my debts and live much the same as I do now. I cannot drive so I would not get a car.
Answer 19 :
I would try my very best and give my all to not change anything. Obviously it will change your attitude to fear regarding money issues, whether its for the better or not. If I can keep myself from not doing anything substantial with it when it is released to me for a period of time, there is a bigger chance I'll end up with some left in a couple of years.
Answer 20 :
Go to work as normal and not crack on. I would work for @6 months and then pretend to get a new job on much better money or start a business as a front. That way you could continue enjoying life, without the hassle of begging letters and hangers on. You could still lavish gifts on friends and family, but how and when you want to.
Answer 21 :
change my phone number..
Answer 22 :
First I would hire the best Financial Advisor I could find then I would sleep the best sleep of my life.
Answer 23 :
Plan for the future - I will finally have to decide which ocean my island will be in ....
Answer 24 :
first thing I would do is get rid of my husband and find a new one .
Answer 25 :
id check the numbers again and again and may be just again, then id get a friend to check them then id piss off every1 at work and walkout then come back in my brand news sports car clock in and piss them off again and walk out for good
Answer 26 :
Book tickets to Europe and ask for a leave of absence from work just in case.
Answer 27 :
Thank ya, Jesus!!!!!!! then, I'd live like there's no tomorrow...amen.
Answer 28 :
I'd get my kids together,and we'd sit down and start thinking of some good Investments. We'd look for an Accountant, and a Lawyer who can manage this type of money,and come to an agreement,as to what type of Business to open. It would be more into something like "Eating and Drinking",because people will always have to eat and drink. A Clothing Boutique, Music-Video,or Auto Supply store are good investments too!. Then once the palimenaries and paperwork are in order,we'd take a Vacation for about a week,to just celebrate the blessings.
Answer 29 :
Try not to lose the winning ticket!
Answer 30 :
NAA I WOULD TELL MY BOSS THAT WE ARE HIRIN SOME1, WITH EXPERICECE, THEN PUMP SO MUCH MONEY INTO THE BISNESS, SO THE NEXT DOOR PRICK CAN GO BANKRUPT, THEN GO BUT EVERY THING JULIAN N Q HAS TO SHOT N BUT LOTS OF COKE!"
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Everyone is hyped up about the Lottery and talk about what they would spend the money on. The winners do not receive the funds straight away. My question is relating to the time between jumping around the room to making your way to claim your winnings. I believe that I wouldsit down and plan what I would be spending the sum on. I then would be on the Internet looking up an Accountant and holidays away.
Gambling - 30 Answers
People Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
The first thing I would do would be to donate half to the pro-life movement. Then I would hire someone to come do my hair every morning.
Answer 2 :
I'd be looking around for a good house with a nice big back garden so that my daughter would have a safe area to play when she wants to go outside and of course we'd have to get the promised pet dog or 2! That's my biggest dream.
Answer 3 :
I would plan a big party and ake my fiends out shopping. I would buy a new house and pay someone to do the work on mine that has needed doing for 2 years!!
Answer 4 :
Write down everything that i want out of life and who i would help out.. then pay off my debts.. holiday and move house
Answer 5 :
Hire a financial adviser.
Answer 6 :
Work out what to do with the money. I'd like to clear my debts, keep enough so that I wouldn't "need" to work anymore - then look at helping family and friends, then look to give some to charities and/or community groups.
Answer 7 :
Until i got my hand on the cheque i would not do a thing as I'm one of these who does not believe things until i have the evidence right there in front of me !.
Answer 8 :
Assuming you mean the jackpot, and not the ten quid I won last week - walk out of this job never work for anyone else ever again.
Answer 9 :
i'd buy boyfriend a ticket to one side of the world then fly to the other side.
Answer 10 :
tell my boss to stick his job where the sun don't shine.
Answer 11 :
Have a (very) large gin and tonic... just to get over the shock!
Answer 12 :
Maybe go to work, declare wealth, then 'rub it in' a bit, and a bit more, and then say stuff your job and kiss my a s s ! Just a thought... I'd go to the travel agency, collect brochures, pick a nice place to go to once funds have cleared, go on holiday and discuss with my hubby what we are going to do with the money - invest it of course to give my baby the best life I can give. Also make sure our families never need to worry about money either.
Answer 13 :
I WOULD BUY MY MUM AND DADS HEADSTONE FOR THE GRAVE
Answer 14 :
I know this is sad but as I work for quite a technical field in the NHS I would work my notice and make sure that I did a good job before I left. I'd still do the things like plan on giving out the money, holidays, new car, house, etc. You got the rest of your life to spend the money and enjoy life - I wouldn't worry about the next 3 or 4 weeks of my life working if I'm never going to do it again!!
Answer 15 :
After jumping around the room, then I would start to plan for the future. I'd hire a financial advisor and commence to looking for a nice house with lots of yard space. Then I'd have to hook my family members up and give God his ten percent.
Answer 16 :
i'd buy a big house and get a pool and get a good car for starters. then i'd put the restin the bank to gain interest and get rich fast
Answer 17 :
I'd bulldoze milton Keynes and build a temple!!
Answer 18 :
I would split it six ways between me, my four children and the love of my life. With my share I would buy a house very close to where I am now, pay all my debts and live much the same as I do now. I cannot drive so I would not get a car.
Answer 19 :
I would try my very best and give my all to not change anything. Obviously it will change your attitude to fear regarding money issues, whether its for the better or not. If I can keep myself from not doing anything substantial with it when it is released to me for a period of time, there is a bigger chance I'll end up with some left in a couple of years.
Answer 20 :
Go to work as normal and not crack on. I would work for @6 months and then pretend to get a new job on much better money or start a business as a front. That way you could continue enjoying life, without the hassle of begging letters and hangers on. You could still lavish gifts on friends and family, but how and when you want to.
Answer 21 :
change my phone number..
Answer 22 :
First I would hire the best Financial Advisor I could find then I would sleep the best sleep of my life.
Answer 23 :
Plan for the future - I will finally have to decide which ocean my island will be in ....
Answer 24 :
first thing I would do is get rid of my husband and find a new one .
Answer 25 :
id check the numbers again and again and may be just again, then id get a friend to check them then id piss off every1 at work and walkout then come back in my brand news sports car clock in and piss them off again and walk out for good
Answer 26 :
Book tickets to Europe and ask for a leave of absence from work just in case.
Answer 27 :
Thank ya, Jesus!!!!!!! then, I'd live like there's no tomorrow...amen.
Answer 28 :
I'd get my kids together,and we'd sit down and start thinking of some good Investments. We'd look for an Accountant, and a Lawyer who can manage this type of money,and come to an agreement,as to what type of Business to open. It would be more into something like "Eating and Drinking",because people will always have to eat and drink. A Clothing Boutique, Music-Video,or Auto Supply store are good investments too!. Then once the palimenaries and paperwork are in order,we'd take a Vacation for about a week,to just celebrate the blessings.
Answer 29 :
Try not to lose the winning ticket!
Answer 30 :
NAA I WOULD TELL MY BOSS THAT WE ARE HIRIN SOME1, WITH EXPERICECE, THEN PUMP SO MUCH MONEY INTO THE BISNESS, SO THE NEXT DOOR PRICK CAN GO BANKRUPT, THEN GO BUT EVERY THING JULIAN N Q HAS TO SHOT N BUT LOTS OF COKE!"
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Wednesday, November 14, 2012
How to find a good accountant for a very small business?
How to find a good accountant for a very small business?
I've recently gone self-employed and need to find an accountant to help me as i'm hopeless with book-keeping and wouldn't have a clue about doing a tax return. I know if i go to a large accountancy company, they'll charge me a fortune. How would i go about finding someone who knows what they are doing, is up to date with all the things i can claim for, and who isn't going to charge me an arm and a leg? Is it really just word of mouth? Is there anything else i should know? I'm completely new to this, thanks.
Small Business - 5 Answers
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Answer 1 :
1) Ask friends, family or other who are self-employed. 2) Look on Craigslist. Many independent bookkeepers post ads under "Services - Financial". 3) Google your city + bookkeeper and see what you find.
Answer 2 :
You should also try contacting e.g. the accounting society or SIFE team at a local university. I know when I was at university, I was involved with a society that worked one to one with people who are self-employed and local businesses to improve their bookkeeping skills. The students are desperately trying to build up work experience and will do everything for free.
Answer 3 :
I was self employed all my life and had a good accountant and it's important to have one if you're a fairly large business but if it's only a cottage industry then the inland revenue will help you do your accounts.It's not difficult.Basically it's the difference between the money you bank,( your gross profit )and the cost to you of the product you sell, that you are taxed on, after all costs and depreciation are removed .It's this net profit that you're taxed on
Answer 4 :
Look locally. You just need a small firm not a large company. They should show you how to do your books and will do your tax return at the end of the year. That is what I did for many years in business. UK
Answer 5 :
Look for an accountant referral that supports your business. Most accountants end up specializing and developing a reputation for knowledge of certain industries. For example, if you own a convenience store, look for a business accountant that knows your sector. Talk to people in your business field and find out if theres any particular company that specialises in your area. This can be the best first step in choosing an accountant for a small business.
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I've recently gone self-employed and need to find an accountant to help me as i'm hopeless with book-keeping and wouldn't have a clue about doing a tax return. I know if i go to a large accountancy company, they'll charge me a fortune. How would i go about finding someone who knows what they are doing, is up to date with all the things i can claim for, and who isn't going to charge me an arm and a leg? Is it really just word of mouth? Is there anything else i should know? I'm completely new to this, thanks.
Small Business - 5 Answers
People Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
1) Ask friends, family or other who are self-employed. 2) Look on Craigslist. Many independent bookkeepers post ads under "Services - Financial". 3) Google your city + bookkeeper and see what you find.
Answer 2 :
You should also try contacting e.g. the accounting society or SIFE team at a local university. I know when I was at university, I was involved with a society that worked one to one with people who are self-employed and local businesses to improve their bookkeeping skills. The students are desperately trying to build up work experience and will do everything for free.
Answer 3 :
I was self employed all my life and had a good accountant and it's important to have one if you're a fairly large business but if it's only a cottage industry then the inland revenue will help you do your accounts.It's not difficult.Basically it's the difference between the money you bank,( your gross profit )and the cost to you of the product you sell, that you are taxed on, after all costs and depreciation are removed .It's this net profit that you're taxed on
Answer 4 :
Look locally. You just need a small firm not a large company. They should show you how to do your books and will do your tax return at the end of the year. That is what I did for many years in business. UK
Answer 5 :
Look for an accountant referral that supports your business. Most accountants end up specializing and developing a reputation for knowledge of certain industries. For example, if you own a convenience store, look for a business accountant that knows your sector. Talk to people in your business field and find out if theres any particular company that specialises in your area. This can be the best first step in choosing an accountant for a small business.
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
I had asked a charterd accountant to do?
I had asked a charterd accountant to do?
I had asked a charter accountant to do 2005 2006 accounts and she had done just 2004 income and no expenditure. Also she had sent it in without my knowledge and then sent me a £900 bill then had dropped it down to £450. I had by chance found the work was sent in by asking for cop pies of Correspondence from the tax man. But the inland revenue will not send all correspondence for some reason. ie "who had asked her for 2004 paper work"? Also 2005 2006 income was recorded but no expenditure. So I feel the tax man had been managing this with out my knoll age. Can any one add vise. How do I get all coppies off correspondence off the revenue service?? and not just what they want to send me.
Other - Taxes - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
i would guess by law and under data protection if they are your copies then you have the right to view them, most companies charge £10 for info held about you, not sure about inland rev though.
Answer 2 :
Hello, go direct to the tax offices, ask for an appointment, then take all the relevant data with you, and do it on a oneto one basis. That is the only solution to you problem. When it is settled try to sue the accountant. I was in that situation and came through it.
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I had asked a charter accountant to do 2005 2006 accounts and she had done just 2004 income and no expenditure. Also she had sent it in without my knowledge and then sent me a £900 bill then had dropped it down to £450. I had by chance found the work was sent in by asking for cop pies of Correspondence from the tax man. But the inland revenue will not send all correspondence for some reason. ie "who had asked her for 2004 paper work"? Also 2005 2006 income was recorded but no expenditure. So I feel the tax man had been managing this with out my knoll age. Can any one add vise. How do I get all coppies off correspondence off the revenue service?? and not just what they want to send me.
Other - Taxes - 2 Answers
People Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
i would guess by law and under data protection if they are your copies then you have the right to view them, most companies charge £10 for info held about you, not sure about inland rev though.
Answer 2 :
Hello, go direct to the tax offices, ask for an appointment, then take all the relevant data with you, and do it on a oneto one basis. That is the only solution to you problem. When it is settled try to sue the accountant. I was in that situation and came through it.
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