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

September 28, 2026

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…

4 ways to make your business easier to sell!

March 21, 20250Comments

4 ways to make your business easier to sell! Perhaps you’d always planned to build a thriving business to eventually sell for a tidy sum – or maybe for unexpected…

Three signs you’re addicted to work

March 21, 20250Comments

Running a small business is hard work. Entrepreneurs know they have to put in long days and give up personal time in pursuit of success. There’s a line, however, between…

7 Ways to Improve Workplace Productivity

March 21, 20250Comments

The success of any business, large or small, depends largely on nurturing an efficient, productive workplace. While improving employee productivity should be always be a priority when the ultimate goal…

Essential bookkeeping practices for start-ups

March 21, 20250Comments

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.…

Get paid first – why your salary should be your business’s first monthly expense

February 5, 20250Comments

Get paid first – why your salary should be your business’s first monthly expense! It’s the line item most often left out of a small company’s budget: the business owner’s salary. Let’s…

Automating These Business Activities – Are You Falling Behind?

February 5, 20250Comments

Automating These Business Activities - Are You Falling Behind? The daily processes and transactions involved in operating a business can mean long hours of repetitive tasks and occasional oversights due to…