The HeelanHub Podcast
A podcast for UK small business owners.
A mix of business, finance & tax tips presented by business owner and accountant Dan Heelan.
We chat about the practical things you need to know as a business owner, whether you are a start up or experienced owner looking for more education. After all.... you don't get taught this in school.
We also weave in various interviews with real owners about their challenges and successes on the roller-coaster that is building a business.
Different sectors, multiple problems, varying goals. In this show we get insight into their journey as business owners.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 180
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
This ONE number fixed this business
This owner was struggling, but one insight and a lot of hard work turned his business around.
In this episode Dan talks you through a business owner's journey of near collapse, to holidays in the sun…
HH EXTRA: Limited Company Owner Special with Benjamin Mitchell
In this episode Dan is interviewed by Benjamin on tax tips for limited company owners, particulary around "pay".
He chats about tax, salary, dividends, funnels…. all this and more on today's HeelanHu…
Being Self Employed and Employed at the Same Time - How it Works
Starting a side hustle and wondering how it works?
In this episode Dan chats about the practical aspects of being employed and self employed at the same time.
He chats registering your business, tax …
VAT: The Basics Explained
In this episode Dan revisits VAT - all the basics from how VAT works, to reporting.
He chats about pricing, making tax digital, flat rate schemes…. all this and more on today's HeelanHub!
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The small business morning routine you NEED in you life
In this episode Dan shares the ‘3C3G’ morning routine, a small business morning routine to help grow your business.... without washing your face with banana skin.
He chats about key numbers, sales, s…
Going BEYOND salary and dividends: pay strategies for LTDs
In this episode Dan discusses how to get even more tax efficient with your “pay”.
He chats about tax free benefits, working from home, lunch, taxis…. all this and more on today's HeelanHub!
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Do you NEED accounting software?
In this episode Dan discusses whether you NEED accounting software for your business.
He chats about Making Tax Digital, VAT, Xero, getting paid…. all this and more on today's HeelanHub!
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Holding companies can COST you money
In this episode Dan recaps on holding companies and debunks some online myths.
He chats about tax traps, use cases, tax savings…. all this and more on today's HeelanHub!
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Self-employment is CHANGING: Making Tax Digital
If you are self employed or a landlord this episode cannot be missed.
In this episode Dan runs through the changes coming next year (2026) and beyond.
He chats about quarterly submissions, software, …
Understanding your limited company tax bill: Tricks, Traps and Tactics
In this episode Dan runs through how Corporation Tax works for limited companies.
He chats about accounts, reducing tax, trips and traps …. all this and more on today's HeelanHub!
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How to pay yourself from your limited company in 25-26
How should you pay yourself in 25/26?
In this episode Dan runs you through ‘the best’ salary levels for a director of a small limited company, in the 23/24 tax year.
He chats about profits, salary, d…
Employer? Don't miss out on £10,500
Don’t miss out on £10,500 for your business.
In this episode Dan runs through how Employment Allowance works for your business.
He chats about qualification, directors, multiple companies…. all this …
How to have the most tax efficient year
Want to start the new tax year off in the best possible way?
In this episode Dan runs through a list of priorities and things to investigate at the start of this tax year, to save the most tax.
He ch…
Why you are using Xero ALL wrong
There are 5 key features (minimum) you should be using for your small business.
In this episode Dan runs through these key areas of Xero and how you might use them.
He chats about, bank feeds, invoic…
Are HMRC cracking down? Spring Statement Summary
In this episode Dan recaps the Spring Statement and some details buried in the doc that may well effect small business owners over the coming years.
He chats about debt collection, HMRC investigation…
How to deal with the April 2025 changes
Heard April 2025 is going to be horrendous for small business?
In this episode Dan recaps on the tax changes coming in April and talks about the action you can take to help deal with them.
He chats a…
Last minute tax saving tips: Things to do before 5th april
Looking to save some last minute tax?
In this episode Dan highlights a checklist of things to review for last minute tax savings as we approach the 5th April.
He chats about allowances, pensions, gif…
5 Limited company tax secrets you never knew
Looking for even more tax breaks? Here are 5 you may not know about.
In this episode Dan highlights some lesser known reliefs.
He chats about travel, counselling, gifts, health …. all this and more …
Can't pay your tax bill? It's ok
Can’t pay your tax bill? Consider this.
In this episode Dan reminds you of your options if you can’t pay your tax bill.
He chats about interest, penalties, debt collection …. all this and more on tod…
Do I need to complete a tax return?
Want to know if you need to file a tax return this Jan?
In this episode Dan reminds you of how these returns work for self employed business owners.
He chats about registration, dates, penalties …. a…