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Energy Prices Set to Rise: What Could It Mean for Businesses?

Energy costs remain an important consideration for UK businesses, with wholesale energy prices continuing to be affected by volatility in global markets. Ofgem has announced…

Why Your Business Should Have a Shareholders’ Agreement

September 21, 2026

A shareholders’ agreement can be one of the most important documents a company’s owners put in place. When everything is going well, it’s easy to…

Why Every Business Needs a 12-Month Profit Improvement Plan

September 14, 2026

Growing sales is an obvious goal for most businesses. But higher turnover doesn’t necessarily mean higher profits. A business can increase its sales while seeing…

Could You Save on Childcare Costs with Tax-Free Childcare?

September 7, 2026

With childcare costs continuing to be a significant expense for many working families, it’s worth checking whether you could benefit from the Tax-Free Childcare scheme. The…

Do You Need to Pay Tax on Your Side Hustle?

August 31, 2026

Turning a hobby into a side business can be a great way to earn some extra income. But if your side hustle is bringing in…

HMRC Contacts Self-Employed People About National Insurance Gaps

August 24, 2026

HMRC is contacting some self-employed individuals whose National Insurance records may contain gaps that could affect their State Pension entitlement. If you receive a letter…

How to create good habits in business

January 18, 20230Comments

How to create good habits in business! If you’re like most small business owners, there are never enough hours in the day to complete every task on your list. Often you’re…

5 signs you’re having cashflow problems

January 13, 20230Comments

5 signs you're having cashflow problems! Whether it’s for personal use or for your business, cash flow is important. The movement of money in and out keeps everything running smoothly, and…

What is lifestyle planning and how does it affect my finances?

January 9, 20230Comments

What is lifestyle planning and how does it affect my finances? When you think of financial planning, you probably imagine ways to increase your wealth, such as making a budget, reviewing…

4 questions you should ask your accountant

December 16, 20220Comments

4 questions you should ask your accountant! Ideally, you and your accountant are more than just “adviser” and “client”. With your combined skills, expertise, and shared mission to support a…

How to Build an Effective Financial Plan for your Business

December 12, 20220Comments

How to Build an Effective Financial Plan for your Business! Every business needs a financial plan. Your financial plan gives you a way to monitor and review your cash flow, make…

Don’t miss out on the Tax-Free Childcare program!

Don’t forget to declare coronavirus grants on your tax returns!

December 5, 20220Comments

Don’t forget to declare coronavirus grants on your tax returns! There's not long to go until the deadline for the 2021/22 tax return. You may have received messages from HMRC reminding…