Five key financial metrics your business should be tracking for financial health
When you set up your business, it’s important that you recognise the value of data, particularly financial data.
Thinking of investing in electric cars for your business? – Here’s what you need to know
The number of electric cars on our roads is rising rapidly. In 2023 alone, the number of new electric vehicles rose by 18 per cent and there are now some, 1.1 million fully electric cars on UK roads, according to official figures from April 2024.
What should you avoid when transitioning to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment?
From April 2026, the Government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative will move to target self-employed individuals and landlords. If you earn over £50,000 a year, you must adopt MTD-compliant software to maintain digital records and provide Income Tax updates. This will extend to those earning over £30,000 from April 2027. These requirements pose significant challenges…
Is incorporation still the way to go for solid financial planning?
From a tax planning perspective, incorporation of a business into a limited company has long been considered the gold standard in business development and growth – but is this still the right move?
Streamlining your payroll set-up with employment and tax records
When your business takes on a new employee, we know that you’re eager to get them settled into their role – but not before you’ve completed the right checks and set them up in your payroll system!
Is it time to scale up your start-up?
Scaling your start-up is a crucial decision for business owners, as it can directly impact the business’s long-term success.
How your business can benefit from using Management Accounts
Management Accounts consist of regularly updated reports for both internal managers and external stakeholders or investors.
HMRC has clarified tax rules on commuting for hybrid and remote workers
In a recent statement, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has clarified travel from an employee’s home to their base office under a hybrid working arrangement does not qualify for tax relief.
Ahead of the 6 July deadline, remember that P11D rules are changing
If you choose to offer certain benefits to your employees, then you may incur additional Class 1 National Insurance (NI) liabilities which must be reported to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).
Why are business plans so important?
Many believe that business plans are only necessary for start-ups and new enterprises.