Category Archives: Xero

ONLINE SOLUTIONS, Xero

Why do we need to do a Xero HealthCheck, and what does it involve?

Posted on by sharon baker

So we’ve advised you that we need to run our Xero HealthCheck on your Xero data, but why on earth do we need to do a Xero HealthCheck, and what does it involve anyway?   We’re thrilled that you’ve chosen Kinder Accountants as your accountants and business advisors. We’re also thrilled that you’re already using […]

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Add Ons, Xero

App Advisory Plus: What’s it all about and why are we founding members?

Posted on by sharon baker

Kinder Pocock are proud to be amongst the 20 founding members of new organisation App Advisory Plus. But, I hear you ask, why is it so important to get involved right at the outset, and what’s it all about anyway? But firstly, why do we need App Advisory at all? In our digital world, we […]

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Add Ons, EPOS, Hospitality, ONLINE SOLUTIONS, Xero

iZettle vs Square: which is best for you?

Posted on by sharon baker

Taking card payments is a necessity for most businesses today, as your customers carry less cash, and expect to be able to pay by card for everything, particularly contactless payments. Businesses used to have only one option when considering taking card payments: top sign up for a costly merchant account with the local bank, and […]

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Add Ons, CashFlow, Xero

Why should I use GoCardless and how does it work with Xero?

Posted on by sharon baker

GoCardless is a fab app that integrates with Xero. It’s a very efficient way of taking control of your customers’ payments, and getting paid quicker. Have a look at our blog:  get cash in the bank quicker to see how you can do just that! Why use GoCardless? It’s an efficient way of getting paid […]

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Add Ons, CashFlow, Xero

How can I explain GoCardless to my customers?

Posted on by sharon baker

If you’re using GoCardless to collect payments for regular or one-off invoices you send to customers, it’s key to get your customers to agree to sign up to the Direct Debit mandate they receive. We know that there is sometimes resistance from customers, as they will assume that you are trying to collect a regular […]

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Open Banking, Xero

How does open banking affect my Xero bank feeds?

Posted on by sharon baker

Due to the new EU Open Banking changes, coming into force 14 September 2019, some Xero bank feeds are changing. For more info on Open Banking in general, check out our blog here. Otherwise please read on to see what’s happening, which banks are affected, and what you need to do. There are huge benefits […]

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Open Banking, Xero

Open Banking: What’s it all about?

Posted on by sharon baker

1. What is Open Banking? Due to new EU standards, Open Banking is coming into force for UK banks on 14 September 2019. This means all UK-regulated banks have to let you share your financial data such as your spending habits, regular payments and companies you use (basically your bank, credit card or savings statements) […]

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Client Care, Xero

7 signs your accountant may be making your life harder not easier

Posted on by sharon baker

I’m taking to writing this blog after seeing the pain that some new clients have been put through by their former accountants, and to say actually that’s NOT OK. As your accountant we’re here to make your life simpler not harder. But what does that look like? And if you’ve only ever experienced the service […]

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Add Ons, Hospitality, ONLINE SOLUTIONS, Xero

10 things to think about when looking for an EPOS

Posted on by sharon baker

So you know you need an EPOS, but which one to choose? If you’re still deciding on whether you need an EPOS, or don’t know what an EPOS is, head on over to our What is an EPOS blog. We’ve compiled our top 10 things to think about when looking for an EPOS, so that […]

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