Accountancy & Business Blog
Fall in love with your finances this Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, you might be thinking about spoiling your significant other with flowers and chocolates. If you’re a business owner, then your...
It’s time to close the gender pay gap – How should businesses do this?
For business owners already working to prepare for the announcements made in the Autumn Budget, it can feel like there is already a lot to juggle....
How do you know if you are exempt from Making Tax Digital (MTD)?
The first phase for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is nearly upon us, as the new system of digital tax reporting commences from 6 April...
Businesses brace for the next wave of Trump tariffs
They say there is nothing new under the sun and the global economic situation seems determined to prove that right. Just last year, we were advising...
As AI advances, why is it still better to use a human accountant?
We are now in that period of time between the start of the calendar year and the beginning of the tax year. All those financial chores you had to...
How is HMRC approaching the tax gap in 2026?
By now, you may have already begun trying to make your New Year’s resolutions stick, although some may have already been abandoned. For HMRC, a...
How will the changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) impact you?
The Autumn Budget saw many individuals and businesses alike disheartened by measures that seemed to inhibit growth. However, just before Christmas,...
What do record National Insurance Contributions mean for businesses?
When a year ends, it is natural for many to look back on the time that has passed and reflect on what was achieved. Whether this is sharing Spotify...
£16m in fines issued by HMRC to mid-sized businesses for Corporation Tax
The Freedom of Information request to HMRC shows that it has issued more than £16 million in fines to mid-sized businesses for Corporation Tax...
If my business shrinks, should I deregister for VAT?
While we would like to be in a position where every business is on the fast track to growth, there are times when things need to be pared down...
What does the FSCS deposit limit increase mean for you?
While the Autumn Budget has managed to leave a bitter taste in the mouth of many business owners and individuals, some solace can be found in the...
Autumn Budget 2025
The Government faced a difficult job going into the Autumn Budget, as they navigate a growing national deficit, a seemingly never-ending cost-of-living crisis and political challenges. From the outset, the…
The Companies House 2025-2030 strategy is here – What does it mean for your business?
The hotly anticipated Companies House 2025-2030 strategy has been unveiled. Given the significant impact of the changes brought about by the...
The importance of effective accounting and bookkeeping procedures for SMEs
An essential element of running a small or medium-sized business is being able to confidently manage its finances by having effective accounting and...
The advantages of self-employment and how to get your business started
When wanting to take that step into self-employment, it may feel like there is never a right time and financial uncertainty may leave you reluctant....
Companies House to increase digital filing fees
Companies House has announced a raft of fee increases that will impact businesses from February 2026. The changes announced will impact the costs of...
How can small businesses manage late payments?
With less than a month to go until the Autumn Budget, businesses and individuals are all bracing for the potential economic changes and challenges...
HMRC is worried about director National Insurance Contributions – Are yours accurate?
As different parts of financial regulations change, it can often feel like a challenge keeping pace with everything that needs to be done. HM...
The importance of effectively managing director loans
Many small and medium-sized business owners utilise director loans to access valuable funds to help fix any short-term concerns, like cash flow...
AI’s prominent rise continues but don’t underestimate the importance of accountants
Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are proving popular with businesses for financial advice, but taking their advice can be dangerous for...
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