The Magic Beans Guide
A magical guidebook for navigating the realm of creative finances
The Realm of Finance is a strange and bewildering world, filled with bizarre landscapes and peculiar creatures, shaped by curious forces and unpredictable rules.
It’s easy to get lost here, but with the Magic Beans Guide as our enchanted map, we will explore new trails together through this mystic land.
As each quest is unlocked, the links below will magically transport you to your chosen quest!
The Magic Beans Guide to Stripe: Creature of the Coinstream
Where hidden currents and strange creatures carry gold and silver from patrons to creators.
How does the ribbon-finned Stripe ferry my earnings across the waters of the Coinstream, and what must I know to gather my treasures safely into my nets?
Quest: Understanding Stripe setup, fees, payouts, and tax responsibilities, and learning to track and record creative earnings with clarity.
The Magic Bean Exchange
Welcome to The Wonderer’s Wood, where the trees rustle with old questions and the air is thick with unspoken riddles. At the heart of this shadowed grove lies the Magic Bean Exchange, a quiet gathering of Creative Explorers and Adventurers tangled in the mysteries of money and meaning. Here, questions rise like mist and drift toward a flicker in the undergrowth. The Tallycat waits, unseen but watchful, ready to draw in your bookkeeping conundrums and let answers glow like lanterns in the dark.
The Magic Beans Guide to The Hall of Reflections
Where shimmering walls holds the key to understanding double-entry bookkeeping and uncovering the balance hidden within every transaction.
What secrets lie within the shimmering walls of the Hall of Reflections and what do they reveal about balance and clarity in my finances?
Quest: Mastering debits, credits, and double-entry bookkeeping to track spending and income with confidence.
The Magic Beans Guide
Welcome to a quest like no other, where the mysteries of finance unravel one magical step at a time. With your trusty guide, you will learn to navigate the treacherous terrains of the Realm of Finance, tame its unruly creatures, and perhaps even discover a treasure or two buried deep within its winding pathways.
Counting Beans
Dear creatives, how do you feel when it’s time to manage your finances?
Does the thought of budgeting, tracking expenses, and dealing with taxes make you feel slightly nauseous? Is it something you put off until the very last minute?
Trust me, I'm an accountant
In the UK, the term accountant isn’t regulated, so anyone can call themselves one without being held to any standards of experience or expertise.
The Profit Phoenix
Learn to coax this elusive creature to rise from the ashes of your spreadsheets and spread its wings over your creative enterprise.
How can I summon the Profit Phoenix to ensure my business thrives?
Quest: Understanding profit margins and identifying areas for growth.
The VAT Labyrinth
A twisting maze where rules and regulations shift like shadows, this is a challenge only the most prepared explorers can conquer.
How do I navigate the shifting walls of the VAT Labyrinth without getting hopelessly lost?
Quest: Breaking down VAT registration, filing, and compliance in simple steps.
The Ledger Highlands
High above the chaos, the Ledger Highlands promise a clearer view of your financial landscape, where clarity and accuracy reign.
What’s the best path to the top of the Ledger Highlands where clarity reigns supreme?
Quest: Reconciling accounts and maintaining clean, accurate financial records.
The Tax Troll’s Bridge
Beneath this rickety crossing lies a fearsome troll ready to claim your gold, but clever adventurers can pass unscathed.
How can I cross the Tax Troll’s Bridge without losing all my coins?
Quest: Tax-saving tips, allowable expenses, and deductions for creatives.
The Cashflow Caverns
Deep beneath the surface lies a wealth of treasure, but only those who tread carefully avoid collapse.
How do I mine the Cashflow Caverns for treasure without causing a cave-in?
Quest: Managing cash flow, forecasting, and staying afloat during lean times.
The Marsh of Overdue Invoices
A murky and treacherous place, where the Late Payment Hydra lurks, pulling adventurers into the depths of delay.
What tools do I need to escape the clutches of the Late Payment Hydra?
Quest: Strategies for handling overdue invoices and maintaining good client relationships.
The Expense Enchanter
This whimsical mage has the power to turn chaos into order, transforming scattered receipts into an organized masterpiece.
Can the Expense Enchanter transform my scattered receipts into something manageable?”
Quest: Organizing and categorizing expenses, with tools and tips for simplicity.
The Treasure of Transparency
Hidden in plain sight, this glittering prize reveals the truths behind your numbers, guiding your way to smarter decisions.
What is the Treasure of Transparency, and how can I uncover it?
Quest: Creating clear, actionable financial reports that guide decision-making.
The Budgeting Bazaar
A bustling marketplace where resources are exchanged and financial plans are forged for the next stage of the journey.
What treasures can I trade at the Budgeting Bazaar to fund my creative journey?
Quest: Crafting a sustainable budget and prioritizing expenses.
The Kingdom of Receivables
A gleaming realm of golden towers, where rightful earnings await those brave enough to navigate its pathways and claim their due.
How do I claim my rightful earnings from the Kingdom of Receivables?
Quest: Managing and tracking payments owed to you, including invoicing best practices.
The Cloud Keep
A fortress in the sky, where digital tools and apps offer safety and convenience, but only if they’re chosen wisely.
Discover whether this floating fortress of technology can guard your treasures with ease, or if it’s just a mirage.
Quest: Exploring cloud-based accounting apps and tools for creatives.