Business succession planning Business succession planning SPOTLIGHT ON: Business succession planning Steps to smooth business transitions Planning for the future of your business is one of the most critical responsibilities of an owner. Business succession planning ensures your enterprise can transition smoothly to new ownership [...]
Managing your finances with cloud accounting Managing your finances with cloud accounting SPOTLIGHT ON: Managing your finances with cloud accounting Take control of your money Managing finances can feel overwhelming, but it’s essential for your financial health and long-term success. Whether you’re a small business [...]
News Roundup January 2025 New Roundup January 2025 HMRC delays agent services account approvals HMRC has extended the processing time for agent services account (ASA) and VAT agent reference number applications to 40 working days – eight weeks – up from the previous 28 days. [...]
News Round-up December 2024 News Round-up December 2024 Double-cab pickups to be classed as cars under new HMRC policy HMRC has confirmed that double-cab pickups will be taxed as cars from April 2025, following the latest Budget announcement. This change, outlined in the Budget Red [...]
International Expansion for SMEs How SMEs can thrive through international growth SPOTLIGHT ON: International expansion for SMEs How SMEs can thrive through international growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are often seen as the backbone of the economy, contributing significantly to job creation and innovation. [...]
Financial Planning for Major Life Events The importance of managing finances during life’s key moments SPOTLIGHT ON: Financial planning for major life events The importance of managing finances during life’s key moments. Life is full of significant milestones – whether it’s getting married, buying a [...]
News Round-up November 2024 News Round-up November 2024 Private school VAT could affect 55% of parents The rising costs of private education, compounded by the introduction of VAT on school fees in January, are expected to impact more than half of children in private schools. [...]
Autumn Budget 2024 Autumn Budget 2024 AUTUMN BUDGET 2024 INTRODUCTION Boxed in by Labour’s manifesto pledges not to increase income tax, employee’s national insurance and VAT, Chancellor Rachel Reeves instead had to raid other taxes, like capital gains tax (CGT), inheritance tax (IHT), employer’s national [...]
News Round-Up October 2024 News Round-Up October 2024 New HMRC advisory fuel rates Updated fuel rates impact UK company-car drivers. These rates, which apply to petrol, diesel, LPG, and electric vehicles, are used to reimburse employees for business travel or repay the cost of fuel [...]
Choosing the right business structure How your structure affects tax and liability. SPOTLIGHT ON Choosing the right business structure How your structure affects tax and liability. Choosing the appropriate structure for your business is one of the first and most important decisions you will make. [...]
