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Private Landlords are unaware of new EPC rules
We take a look at the proposed new Government plans to make landlords green their rental properties.

What the Spring Statement means for small businesses.
There has been a great deal of talk around how the Treasury may intervene to help the British people through the personal cost-of-living crisis. However, does the statement address the problems facing the business community?

HMRC raises late payment interest rate
HMRC interest rates for late payments will be revised following the Bank of England interest rate rise to 0.50%.

Businesses are missing out on tax relief
Are you missing a trick when it comes to claiming Research & Development (R&D) Tax Relief?

Thursday is the new Friday!
There’s evidence to suggest that a 4 day working week could dramatically improve employee wellbeing, leaving more time for leisure activities and family time.

The benefits of getting your tax return in early
It’s always a good idea to start preparing for your tax return as soon as possible. We look at some reasons why.

Mortgages for self-employed borrowers: how to improve your chances
In recent years, it has become harder for self-employed people to get a mortgage. Without a contract of employment or regular payslips, it can be hard to persuade lenders that you're a safe bet. But with a decent deposit, plenty of planning and some financial discipline, it is possible to get a mortgage.

National Insurance hike to pay for social care in England
Under the plans, millions of UK workers will see increases to their tax bills. The changes are estimated to raise £36bn over the next three years and will be used to help with the current social care crisis.

Do you want more from your accountant?
These days an accountant’s role stretches far beyond bookkeeping and payroll. Business owners have come to expect much more, and so they should.

A warm welcome
Mark is our recently appointed Senior Accountant, who joins the team with over 5 years’ experience in a Big 4 firm.

New rules on Capital Gains Tax
You have just 30 days from the completion of your house sale to submit a provisional Capital Gains Tax calculation and pay the Tax over.

Should I buy or lease my business assets?
We look at the pros and cons of buying and leasing your business assets.

Have you paid your tax in full?
Self Assessment taxpayers have only 3 days left to pay any outstanding tax liabilities in full, or set up an online payment plan for their 2019/2020 financial year to avoid penalty charges.

Who’s heard of the six P’s?
Many of you will be familiar with the phrase “P*ss poor preparation = p*ss poor performance” or words to that affect. And there’s no truer saying.


Working from home due to coronavirus? Claim a year's worth of tax relief
If your employer requires you to work at home, you can – and always have been able to – claim for increased costs due to working from home.

Extension to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and SEISS
Today the Chancellor has announced that CJRS will be extended until the end of March 2021 for all parts of the UK.

Is your business prepared for Brexit?
From 1st January 2021, the UK will operate a full external border with the EU. This means there will be controls in place on the movement of goods between Great Britain and the EU.

Putting a smile on your face
We’re giving business owners something to smile about, with a FREE Business Finance System Review worth over £300.

Winter proof your home with energy saving measures!
Make energy improvements to your home with the help of the Green Homes Grant scheme
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