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Dean Shepherd

Dean Shepherd

A Chartered Tax Adviser and accountant, Dean has been in the accounting profession for over 25 years. Working both in accounting practice and with the UK’s leading tax software providers. Now back to doing what he loves - helping creative professionals take control of their finances, understand their numbers and pay the right amount of tax.

Recent Articles

7 Signs Your Accountant Has Quietly Lost Interest in You as a Client

Most creative business owners don’t ditch their accountant because of one big disaster. They leave because of a slow,...

Here is why I don't use the VAT cash accounting scheme for ESXR's own accounts

Most creative business owners hear about the cash accounting scheme for VAT and think: “Sounds great — I only pay VAT...

I’ve Gone Over the £90,000 VAT Threshold. Now What?

Hitting £90,000 in rolling 12-month turnover is a milestone. A sign your creative business is growing. But it also...

Do You Really Need Every Receipt? The Truth About Missing Paperwork (and What HMRC Will Accept Instead)

Some creative business owners are brilliant at bringing ideas to life — but less brilliant at keeping hold of the...

Engaging Freelancers Based Outside the UK: Do You Need to Worry About Employment Status and Payroll?

Creative agencies increasingly hire global talent. From illustrators in Poland to video editors in South Africa and UX...

Christmas Tax Rules Every Creative Business Owner Should Know

Christmas is a brilliant time for creative businesses — client gifting, team socials, seasonal campaigns, and the...

Should Your Creative Agency Run Payroll In-House — or Outsource It to an Accountant?

For many creative agencies, payroll feels like one of those admin tasks you should be able to handle internally. After...

How to Set Up a Time to Pay Arrangement With HMRC When You Can’t Pay Your Tax Bill

There comes a moment in almost every creative business where cashflow gets tight. Maybe a big client paid late, maybe a...

The November Companies House Shake-Up: What Creative Business Owners Must Do Now

This month marks the start of a new era of corporate transparency in the UK. Driven by the Economic Crime & Corporate...

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