When there are several shareholders, a new company is being formed, a shareholder wants to pass their shares or pass them to their children, someone is nearing retirement, or the company has borrowed money from a shareholder, issues can easily arise that jeopardise the continued success of a business. Shareholder agreements are crucial documents that […]
Value Added Tax (VAT) is a significant consideration for businesses. It impacts your cash flow, the amount of admin work needed, and even your overall profitability. One option available to businesses – with a VAT exclusive turnover of £150,000 or less – is the VAT Flat Rate Scheme (FRS), which offers a simplified approach to […]
When starting a business, or indeed as an established business, choosing the most suitable legal structure for your business is an important thing to consider. Two popular options are operating as a sole trader or forming a limited company. Each of these options comes with its own set of pros and cons, especially when it […]
The Office of National Statistics released official figures last week showing the UK is now officially in recession. Gross domestic product (GDP) for the October to December 2023 quarter dropped by 0.3%. This followed a fall in the July to September 2023 quarter of 0.1%. A fall in GDP in two or more consecutive quarters […]
The latest Labour Market Overview by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed the following highlights for the final months of 2023. Vacancies decline yet remain above pre-COVID levels: The report reveals a continued decline in job vacancies, with the estimated number of vacancies in the UK decreasing by 49,000 in October to December 2023, […]
It’s not too late to undertake some end of year tax planning. If you have some spare cash, an obvious tax planning point would be to maximise your ISA allowances for the 2023/24 tax year (currently £20,000 each). You might also want to consider increasing your pension savings before 5 April 2024. USE A LIFETIME […]
On top of the major changes to research and development (R&D) tax relief that took effect from 1 April 2023, there are yet more changes that take effect from 1 April 2024. The main change from 1 April 2024 is that most companies carrying out qualifying R&D will be entitled to a 20% expenditure credit. […]
Business valuation serves as a comprehensive assessment of your business’s worth. It goes beyond financial metrics and encompasses various factors that contribute to the overall worth of your business. Being aware of the value of your business and the factors that influence this can then inform and influence your decisions in crucial areas like attracting […]
In the dynamic world of managing a business, one of the most critical elements to success is effective cash flow management. Cash flow forecasting is a fundamental tool for business owners to navigate financial challenges and ensure sustained growth. In this article, we will delve into the importance of cash flow forecasting and talk about […]
Recent tax changes have made it even more important to consider whether it is best to trade as a limited company. We are regularly asked, ‘should I incorporate my business?’. The reality is that there is no easy answer. Each situation has to be judged individually. As well as the obvious issues of tax and […]
