How to effectively manage business expenses and improve profitability
Effective expense management is key to driving profitability in any business.
Why your business needs to prioritise sustainable practices now
While we’ve made meaningful progress in the global energy transition, the pace is still too slow. The charity Accounting for Sustainability (A4S) and Aviva Investors have sounded the alarm in their new report, Accelerating the Transition: Assessing Progress and Driving
Why integrating ESG into your reports helps you grow your business
Your environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy might just pave the way to growth for your business. ESG initiatives are increasingly important for businesses in terms of client values and acting ethically. However, tracking and reporting on ESG objectives may
Facing a skills shortage? Here’s how to solve it
Having the right team that aligns with your goals and values is key to the success of your business. However, many sectors are currently facing a skills and staffing shortage. Government data shows that over one-third of vacancies were skills-shortage
Cryptoasset disposals under scrutiny from HMRC
HMRC has begun to issue ‘nudge letters’ to cryptoasset owners who may have underpaid tax when selling their assets, urging them to amend or submit a tax return. In this rapidly evolving sector, asset holders are not always clear on
Reminder – The deadline to register for Self-Assessment is approaching
When you’re self-employed, keeping track of essential dates and deadlines can be challenging. One crucial date to remember is 5 October 2024, which is the deadline to register for Self-Assessment. If you started working as a self-employed individual on or
Repeal of furnished holiday lettings tax regime – Last chance for capital allowance claims
The furnished holiday lettings (FHL) tax regime is set to be scrapped from April 2025, with draft legislation already on the table. If you own a holiday home, now is the time to get familiar with these forthcoming changes and
Gifts out of surplus income – A smart way to reduce Inheritance Tax
Making financial gifts during your lifetime is a thoughtful way to provide for your loved ones while also reducing your estate’s exposure to Inheritance Tax (IHT).
HMRC cut advisory company car fuel rates – What does this mean for your business?
If your business reimburses employees for business travel in their company cars or if employees are required to repay fuel costs for private travel, it is important to keep up to date with the advisory fuel rates set out by
What if the Chancellor increases Capital Gains Tax? A look ahead to the Budget
As we approach the Autumn Budget on 30 October, speculation is rife about potential changes that could impact taxpayers across the UK.