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AI and Online Sources Leading to VAT Filing Mistakes

Businesses are being reminded to check VAT filing deadlines carefully after HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) reported an increase in late VAT returns and payments…

Four Practical Ways to Improve Business Profitability Within 12 Months

June 8, 2026

Improving profitability doesn't always require major changes, significant investment or a completely new business strategy. In many cases, the most effective improvements come from making…

UK Unemployment Reaches 5% as Inflation Falls to 2.8%

June 1, 2026

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that the UK unemployment rate increased to 5.0% in the three months to March…

State Pension Payments Increase…But So Does the State Pension Age

May 25, 2026

Many pensioners are seeing a welcome increase in their State Pension payments this year, following the latest rise introduced under the government’s Triple Lock Guarantee.…

Why Financially Successful Business Owners Can Still Feel Out of Control!

May 18, 2026

Your business may be performing well on paper, but that does not always mean you feel confident about your personal financial position. For many business…

Employers, Are You Ready for the New Tax Year?

March 30, 2026

As the 2025/26 tax year draws to a close, employers should start preparing for the key payroll tasks that come with the transition into a new tax…

Don’t Delay the Small Tasks

September 27, 20240Comments

As a business owner, you often find yourself juggling numerous responsibilities. Prioritising tasks and tackling the most time-consuming ones first can be overwhelming. Why is it so hard to…

Harnessing the Power of Financial Models

September 25, 20240Comments

Financial models are invaluable tools designed to help you understand and project the financial health of your business. By simulating different scenarios and examining potential outcomes based on various inputs…

HMRC Introduces VAT Registration Estimator Tool

August 12, 20240Comments

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has introduced a new digital tool designed to assist businesses in estimating the potential impact of VAT registration. The VAT Registration Estimator was created in…

Mortgage Brokers & Accountants: How they work together to help you!

June 7, 20240Comments

Mortgage brokers and accountants can work together in several ways to assist clients in managing their finances and achieving their homeownership goals. Here's how they typically collaborate: Financial Assessment:…

Unlocking Business Stability: The Significance of the Current Ratio in Financial Management

June 3, 20240Comments

Have you ever heard of the term "current ratio" and immediately felt like it belonged in a high school maths class you'd rather forget? You're not alone. Grasping the current…

Unlocking Rental Potential: Advantages of Transforming Houses into HMOs in the UK

May 31, 20240Comments

Exploring the Advantages of Converting Houses into HMOs in the UK! The trend of transforming houses into Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) is gaining traction among property investors in the…