The Secret to Great Cashflow Management

As the name suggests, cashflow refers to the movement of money in and out of a business. The goal is to ensure that what is coming in, exceeds what’s going out, or at the very least equals it. Incomings include sales, credit and investment, whereas outgoings refer to the overall cost of running the company.… Read more…

Insider Tips on how to Survive a Compliance Check

Whether you’re self-employed or own a limited company, taxes are necessary for every business. However, the process can be complex and stressful, particularly for those who are just starting out. One of the more intimidating aspects of taxation is the potential for a compliance check from HMRC. Compliance checks are investigations, which can be triggered… Read more…

A Quick Guide to Corporation Tax

Owning your own business can offer unique advantages and freedoms but also a greater degree of responsibility. One of the main responsibilities that business owners face is taxation. Paying the correct taxes, in full and on time is necessary in order to comply with the law. However, the tax system can be complicated, particularly for… Read more…

The Government’s Plans for Growth

Chancellor reveals his plan for growth The week leading up to Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng’s ‘Mini Budget’ may have been a short one due to the Queen’s funeral but the new government managed to fill it with a stream of policy announcements. Before Mr Kwarteng stood up to make his statement on ‘The Growth Plan’ much… Read more…

What Powers do HMRC Have?

Every UK business owner will be familiar with HMRC and the often-stressful taxation process. Many believe that this system is too stringent and complicated but HMRC would argue that this is for an important reason – to prevent fraud. The vast majority of businesses will pay their taxes on time and without any problems but… Read more…

Choosing the right Business Premises

When choosing a business premises, there are so many factors to consider, many of which can be extremely important for long-term success. A business premises isn’t just a hub for the day to day running of the company, it’s also one big advertisement. Your place of work is often the first impression that you make… Read more…

Should I be registered for VAT?

VAT or value added tax is a form of taxation that is added to a product or service, at each point of sale. For example, when purchasing raw materials, when purchasing processed goods and finally at the point of sale to the customer, VAT is added. As the name suggests, this is a sales tax… Read more…