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Management buyouts: benefits for owners and teams
A management buyout keeps the business in familiar hands. The team that already understands customers, systems, and culture steps into
Improve cash flow with smarter invoicing habits
Why cash flow matters Profit is important, but cash pays wages, suppliers and loan repayments. Even strong businesses can struggle
Definition of a building sub-contractor
Know the rules for contractors & subs under CIS to avoid issues with HMRC. Under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS),
VAT – digital record keeping
HMRC requires businesses to maintain accurate VAT records to ensure correct tax payments. While all businesses must retain general records
Trusts and Income Tax
Trustees must manage assets, follow tax rules, and register with HMRC where required. A trust is a legal arrangement in
Rules to protect effects of debanking
Banks must now give 90 days’ notice before closing accounts, giving customers more time to respond. Since April 2026, new
What is Support for Mortgage Interest?
SMI loans can help pay mortgage interest for those on benefits, but repayment is due when the home is sold.
Help with outstanding tax bills
HMRC’s Time to Pay lets eligible taxpayers spread tax bills over time, avoiding immediate enforcement. If you owe tax to
A magical clause does not necessarily nullify employment status
A recent ruling has provided a timely reminder that substance trumps form in employment status disputes, and the mere insertion
Building value in your business
For many small business owners, the focus is on day-to-day operations. However, building long-term value is just as important, whether
Pre-Budget tax planning – act now
With the next UK Budget approaching, there is speculation about changes to tax rates, allowances, and reliefs. Acting now can
Bank Rate trimmed to 4%
The Bank of England has knocked the main interest rate down to 4% today, cutting it by a quarter‑point from