Maslins Blog

Katie Wooding runs a contracting business with her husband, juggles multiple side hustles, and has (by her own admission) far too many hobbies. Before Maslins, accounts were "a massive task of dread and terror." Now? She gets the job done and has time for a cup of coffee.

Growth, contraction, spiralling costs, a near takeover. Katie King of Zoodikers has partnered with Maslins since 2010, through the highs and lows.

For the first time in Maslins' history we've put down all the different ways we offer support. In our business, in our community, and in charitable donations. Read our first ever Impact Report. 

The approved mileage rate for cars and vans has gone up from 45p to 55p per mile. Here's the lowdown on what you need to know if you use your own car for business travel.

From the 2025/26 tax year, HMRC has added new questions for company directors on their Self Assessment return. It doesn't change your tax bill, but there are more boxes to fill in, and leaving them blank comes with a £60 penalty per box. Here's what you need to know.

Three of the Maslins team spent four days at The Great Escape in Brighton. Find out why accountants belong at a music festival, and how we help artists and their managers deal with the unique financial challenges facing the music industry.

For us to help you with your Self Assessment, you'll need to authorise us as your agent on HMRC online services. Here's a simple step-by-step guide to help you do it.

HMRC aren't known for their user-friendly systems, and signing up for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is no exception. Here's a step-by-step guide to make the process as painless as possible.

It’s a question we get asked a lot. You use your glasses when you’re working (reading and staring at a