Business Advice
Is your partnership tax-efficient?
Mar 28, 2024
Tax efficiency is one of the major deciding factors between different types of companies, particularly for growing businesses which need to minimise costs. A partnership is one of three main company types that you might choose from, in which two or ...
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Redundancy changes for new parents
Mar 26, 2024
The law surrounding redundancy for new parents is set to change from 6 April. This will offer enhanced protection from redundancy for those who are pregnant, on shared parental leave, or taking time off for adoption. If you need to make redundancies ...
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The seven steps to a successful business plan
Mar 21, 2024
Writing a business plan should be one of your first steps when starting your business. If you have a business without a plan, it’s not too late to make one! In short, a business plan should set out everything about your ...
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My business prioritises sustainability – Can I claim tax reliefs?
Mar 05, 2024
Investing in Environmental, Social and Governance objectives (ESG) and sustainability is becoming more popular for business owners at every level. However, overhauling business processes and purchasing new, greener assets can present a significant cost to SMEs and businesses without large cash ...
READ MOREStarting a business: the complete checklist
Feb 13, 2024
The UK economy is built on SMEs and innovative entrepreneurs. In 2022/23, over 800,000 new businesses were registered nationwide, an increase of 6.4 per cent on the previous period. SMEs are significant contributors to wider economic health and their continued existence ...
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Investing in skills – Why SMEs should embrace apprenticeships
Feb 06, 2024
Alternative routes to employment are in the National Apprenticeship Week spotlight this week. Do you think apprenticeships are right for your business? Apprenticeship opportunities are far more diverse and accessible for businesses than many people think. We’re going to lift the veil ...
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Management accounts – Why SMEs should embrace regular reporting
Jan 30, 2024
Consistent financial reporting needs to be a core part of your financial strategy to ensure sustainable business growth. Naturally, year-end accounts will form the backbone of your reporting – but, for a full picture, don’t stop there. To properly carry out your ...
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Payroll tax obligations – Have you got it covered?
Jan 16, 2024
If you employ one or more people for paid work, it’s essential that you have a properly managed payroll. Representing a significant cost to businesses and of high importance to employees, labour costs must be managed correctly – which includes paying ...
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VAT deadlines and what businesses should be doing to prepare for them
Jan 09, 2024
Businesses must remain compliant with the requirements for reporting and paying VAT, especially with the regular quarterly for VAT under Making Tax Digital. HMRC's efforts to maximise tax revenues have intensified, with over 3,000 staff added to its customer compliance units ...
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Jan 04, 2024
While the end of 2023 saw inflation slow down, experts have warned that the chances of a recession in the coming months are more likely. A recession, which is usually triggered by an economic decline across two consecutive quarters or more, ...
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