Tools

Tools I recommend for small businesses

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Accounting software

Keep your books, send VAT and Making Tax Digital returns, and run payroll.

Xero

Widely used by accountants, with a large range of add-on apps.

Visit Xero

QuickBooks

Strong on invoicing, popular with small companies and sole traders.

Visit QuickBooks

Sage

Long-established UK name, from sole traders to larger firms.

Visit Sage

FreeAgent

Built for freelancers and small businesses.

Visit FreeAgent

Business banking

Keep business money separate, with feeds straight into your software.

Tide

Business current account with invoicing and expense tools.

Visit Tide

ANNA

Business account with built-in bookkeeping help.

Visit ANNA

Countingup

Business account and bookkeeping in one app.

Visit Countingup

Growing the business

Systems that stop enquiries slipping through the cracks.

HighLevel

Enquiries, bookings, follow-ups and reviews in one system.

Visit HighLevel

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