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

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…

Fraud Awareness: Simple Steps to Protect Your Money

March 23, 2026

Fraud now accounts for around 40% of crime in the UK, making it one of the most common threats facing individuals and businesses today. The…

Employment Rights Act: What Changes Are Coming First?

March 16, 2026

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has launched a new website designed to help employers understand and prepare for the upcoming changes being introduced…

VAT Flat Rate Scheme: Could It Be a Better Option for Your Business?

March 9, 2026

If you run a small VAT-registered business, the way you calculate VAT can affect more than just your tax bill. It can influence your cash flow,…

Budgeting and cash flow forecasting: key to your business success

December 4, 20230Comments

In the unpredictable world of business, finding a little certainty can make all the difference. While the future remains a mystery, tools such as budgeting and cash flow forecasting can…

5 Apps for Tracking Small Business Expenses

November 27, 20230Comments

Did you know that 50% of small business expenses are generated on the go? It’s no wonder the majority of expense receipts end up shoved in coat pockets or an old shoebox.…

Baby boomers and millennials in business

November 24, 20230Comments

These days, it’s inevitable that a diverse group of older and younger workers cross paths in business. After all, the young, tech-savvy, socially conscious demographic known as Gen Y are…

Should you share your business’ financial performance with employees?

November 20, 20230Comments

There are two schools of thought when it comes to “open book management” – the decision to increase transparency by sharing your company’s financials with your employees. On the one…

Insights from your Profit and Loss account

November 17, 20230Comments

Most small business people would agree that their Profit and Loss account (now more correctly called a Statement of Financial Performance) is among the easier – if not the easiest…

Essential bookkeeping practices for start-ups

November 10, 20230Comments

Starting a new business is exciting, but it also comes with its fair share of responsibilities. One of the most critical responsibilities is maintaining accurate records of your business transactions.…