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Xero Tips and Tricks - Keyboard shortcuts

Did you know that there are a large number of keyboard shortcuts available to help you navigate around Xero, add new invoices, contacts?

Xero User News - Changes to e-commerce VAT in the EU

From 1st July 2021 the VAT rules on business to customer (B2C) e-commerce sales have changed. 

The changes, referred to as the ‘EU VAT E-commerce Package,’ aim to reduce barriers for e-commerce businesses selling across borders to end customers within the European Union, and can be used by businesses worldwide including those based in the UK.  It also aims to ensure that VAT is paid correctly to the member state in which the supply takes place.

Adjusting the numbers – the future of finance in law firms

I was recently honoured to be asked to write part of a new book by Globe Law and Business on the future of finance in law firms.

Details of the book can be found at:

https://www.globelawandbusiness.com/books/adjusting-the-numbers-the-future-of-finance-in-law-firms

Exit from Lockdown – Implications for Businesses

The lifting of restrictions will come as a relief to many, especially those in sectors such as hospitality and tourism, however the exit from lockdown also coincides with the withdrawal of support for businesses.

Xero User News - Setting up Multi-factor authentication (MFA) without a smartphone or tablet

Xero have implemented a second layer of security to logins. MFA is designed to prevent anyone but you from accessing your account even if they know your password. Here we look at the easiest ways to access MFA.

Xero User News - Xero New Invoicing now includes packing slips!

Xero have now made it possible to print packing slips including a delivery address different to the billing address.  

Retiring in 2021 (or beyond)…make sure you have a plan

A recent survey of people who have already or plan to retire in 2021 provides some interesting insights, whether you intend to retire soon or in the future.  

Eviction protection is continuing – but is it?

The Government announced eviction protection will continue until 25 March 2022. The devil is as ever in the detail, which suggests that the protection may not be as all-encompassing as it may at first seem. 

App of the Month - GoCardless

This month we focus again on cash flow and a great app that offers businesses a low cost and flexible way to collect customer payments via Direct Debit. 

State pension is valuable but don’t solely rely on it in retirement

The main state pensions have risen faster than inflation but these state benefits are still low compared with even average earnings.