Business plans provide goals to work towards, help identify potential problems, give insight into competitors, and highlight potential opportunities. A great business plan should include a concept, strategy, executive summary, market analysis, competitor analysis, the company’s financials and a clear action plan. Concept This part of the business plan is usually broken down into three […]
MTD for ITSA is delayed. Should you still go ahead with cloud accounting?
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment (MTD for ITSA) will now come into effect in April 2026 for businesses, self-employed individuals, and landlords with gross business and/or property income over £50,000. This will be followed in April 2027 for those with similar incomes over £30,000. The question is, how soon should your business start using cloud-based compatible […]
How can you achieve taxation ‘quick wins’ before the end of the tax year
With the end of the tax year fast approaching on 5 April, it makes sense to assess your tax situation and make use of the reliefs and allowances available to you. Here are a few quick wins you can consider to help reduce your liabilities now and in the future: Inheritance Tax (IHT) Each tax […]
Taxation planning should be an ongoing process, not just pre-Budget
With the Spring Budget looming in March, it is easy to be tempted to delay tax planning until afterwards in hopes of favourable tax cuts. However, the Chancellor has made it clear that significant cuts to taxation aren’t likely to be in his speech and so businesses should be taking steps now to prepare for […]
Think about the support you need for your business
Your business may be sailing along quite nicely, or it may be struggling with the effects of shortages, rising prices and an energy crisis. In both cases could be time to step back and reflect on where you are, develop what has worked and abandon methods that don’t. It is time to plan out a […]
A new VAT penalty system is now in effect
A major overhaul of VAT penalties came into effect on 1 January 2023. This new approach changes how penalties are applied, as well as how interest is calculated and paid. In this article, we’ll break down what you need to know about the changes. What is changing? The biggest change that businesses can expect is […]
Understanding and improving your balance sheet
Keeping on top of your business’s financial health is critical to its success. A great place to start is by understanding what a balance sheet is and what it can tell you about the health of your business. Let’s look at what a balance sheet is, why it’s important, and how you can improve yours. […]
Should I take a salary or dividends as a small business owner?
If you own a small business and are also a shareholder director, you may be wondering whether to take a salary or dividends. When it comes to paying yourself, there are both advantages and disadvantages to each option, including potential tax savings. We’ll explore how taking salaries versus dividends for shareholder directors of small businesses […]
Tax considerations for gifting to grandchildren in the UK
For many individuals in the UK, gifting to grandchildren can be a great way to reduce their tax burden. But before entering into any gifting arrangement, it is important to understand the various tax considerations that come with it. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the key tax implications of gifting to […]