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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…

HMRC urges parents to use Tax-free Childcare

November 18, 20220Comments

HMRC urges parents to use Tax-free Childcare! A polite reminder that families can take advantage of the Tax-Free Childcare initiative to help save money. So, what does it cover and is it…

4 tips to encourage repeat customers

November 13, 20220Comments

4 tips to encourage repeat customers! There’s a lot of data supporting the idea that it’s less costly, easier and more efficient to encourage repeat customers than bring in new ones.…

Technology toolbox for trades

November 10, 20220Comments

Technology toolbox for trades! When you run your own trade business, your life involves a lot of long days being on job sites while managing projects, staff and clients. There probably…

6 Vital Money Management Tips for First-Time Entrepreneurs

November 7, 20220Comments

6 Vital Money Management Tips for First-Time Entrepreneurs! Financial management is a vital part of running a successful business, but often entrepreneurs start their business with little understanding of how…

5 Personal Finance hacks you should start…now!

October 30, 20220Comments

5 Personal Finance hacks you should start…now! Having total control over your finances can give you an amazing sense of freedom. However, it takes a lot of discipline and hard…

5 funding options for start-ups

October 27, 20220Comments

5 funding options for start-ups! Starting your own business requires enough capital to ensure you can pay your bills until your company turns a profit. Depending on the type and size…