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VAT and pricing checks
Clear prices help clients make a decision, and clear records help you look after the business behind your work. Use this guide as a starting point for organising those records, with your accountant's advice for your own tax position.
Work with your accountant
Your studio is responsible for its tax position, client-facing prices and business records. Ask your accountant how VAT applies to your services, deposits and refunds.
InkWell does not file VAT returns or determine the tax treatment of tattoo services. Keep quoted values and appointment totals separate from your tax records.
Review prices before publishing
Check service descriptions and base prices with the person responsible for your accounts. Make sure clients understand what is included and which amounts still need a custom quote.
Review the final subscription total at checkout separately from the prices you charge your clients.
Keep actual financial records
Retain original payment, refund, fee and payout records in your established accounting process. Reconcile those with Stripe and your bank; an enquiry or calendar session is not proof of collected income.
Use current guidance
Use HMRC's VAT guidance and qualified advice for your business. Registration rules and treatment can change, so this guide does not prescribe a rate or threshold.
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