Accountancy & Business Blog
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...
A guide to VAT for businesses: What you need to know
Running a business provides plenty of challenges, including knowing your tax obligations and when you need to file your tax returns. Part of your...
Understanding your Corporation Tax obligations
If you manage or run an incorporated business such as a limited company, you are required to register for Corporation Tax which means you need to...
The Chancellor confirms the Government will review the Small Business Rates Relief
A recently released report from HM Treasury has confirmed that the Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reviewing the Small Business Rates Relief (SBRR), as...
£18 billion in savings withdrawn as pensioners prepare for Inheritance Tax changes
During the 2024 Autumn Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that from 2027, unused pension pots will be taken into account when working out...
A £41.2 billion economic black hole: Will the Chancellor break Labour’s manifesto?
There is growing noise from economic experts who suggest that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have to break Labour’s manifesto pledge in order to fill...
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: How many will be impacted?
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is continuing to innovate and modernise how taxpayers file their returns and report information. It is committed to...
Have you validated your identity with Companies House?
Companies House’ voluntary window to validate your identity is coming to end on the 18 November 2025 with the checks becoming mandatory from that...
Government announce commitment to deliver a genuine living wage: What does that mean for businesses?
Next year’s National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage have been hot topics of discussion with experts warning they must go up to meet the...
UK ‘stealth taxes’: How does this affect my finances?
Unsuspecting taxes that you often pay without realising, such as VAT (Value Added Tax) and the more recent tax freezes, are commonly referred to as...
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