Writers Tax is a firm of chartered accountants established to provide tax and accountancy services to authors, scriptwriters and other professional writers.<\/p>\n
The firm was established in 2020 by Louise and Jonathan Ford who have over 50 years of experience between them in dealing with authors and creative businesses. They aim to provide a knowledgeable, patient, friendly and caring service. There are no other staff at Writers Tax so clients always receive personal attention from Louise or Jonathan.<\/p>\n
Writers Tax believe that being a specialist author accountant is important. There are some particular issues that authors face that are not always properly appreciated by other accountants. Here are a few examples:<\/p>\n
Authors who are sole traders may be allowed to use \u2018Creative Averaging\u2019 to smooth out their profits and reduce their tax bills. This is a valuable tax relief for a writer.<\/p>\n
Authors who wish to trade through their own limited companies need to pay a great deal of care in how they deal with the copyright of existing books. Gifting the copyright to a company could be a very bad mistake resulting in paying more tax than necessary. Writers Tax provide expert advice to authors setting up a limited company.<\/p>\n
Authors are much more likely to have to deal with international aspects of taxation such as withholding taxes and VAT place of supply rules.<\/p>\n
Becoming a client of Writers Tax is straight forward. You will have an initial conversation with either Louise or Jonathan to explore what would be the best level of service for you. Then you\u2019ll receive a written proposal outlining exactly what your monthly fee is. If you already have an accountant then Writers Tax will get in touch directly with them for the handover information. <\/p>\n
Most Writers Tax clients use Xero to keep on top of their records. Writer Tax set this up for you and give you full training and ongoing support so your records are accurate and up to date. If bookkeeping isn\u2019t one of your skills then this can be done for you as an additional service. Clients on the bookkeeping package just need to take a picture of receipts on their smartphone and Writer Tax does the rest.<\/p>\n
Writers Tax look after clients all over the UK. You can book video or phone calls whenever you need to discuss your tax position. There is also a secure portal to share documents that need your attention or approval. <\/p>\n
Writers Tax are currently rated 5* on Facebook and Google and here are some of the reviews that have been received.<\/p>\n
\u201cAlthough reputedly good with words I have an innate fear of anything involving numbers and so selecting the right Accountant was vital. Queries are always answered fully, promptly and at a level my non- mathematical brain can comprehend. I give Louise my highest personal recommendation\u201d
\nAmanda Prowse – Author<\/p>\n
\u201cLouise is brilliant, especially when dealing with a slightly numbers phobic creative. She always answers any questions and advises on all tax matters even when relating to international matters. I would highly recommend her for considered, thorough, friendly tax advice\u201d
\nJosie Day – Writer & Producer<\/p>\n
\u201cI highly recommend Louise & Jonathan. They are always happy to help with any query however minor, great with advice and always on top of deadlines. Plus, they\u2019re genuinely lovely people\u201d
\nClaire Fuller \u2013 Author<\/p>\n
Louise trained as a chartered accountant with Price Waterhouse in Liverpool. Outside of work she looks after her 3 boys, 2 dogs and 2 cats. She is also the Treasurer of Liverpool Harriers.<\/p>\n
Jonathan also trained at Price Waterhouse in Liverpool. He is also a qualified Will Writer. Outside of work he is Treasurer of the Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Peace Foundation and a member of Council of the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts.<\/p>\n","url":"https:\/\/writers.tax\/","url_text":"writers.tax","main_services":"chartered accountants, authors tax advice, writers tax advice","image_1":"https:\/\/diib.com\/featuredmembers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/writers2.jpg","why_we":"","history":"","image_2":false,"image_3":false},"yoast_head":"\n