How to chase late-paying customers without losing them
Late-paying customers are one of the biggest causes of cash flow problems for SMEs.
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The top tax-saving opportunities that are often missed by SMEs
Nobody wants to pay more tax than they need to. For SMEs, paying the right amount of tax has become more important than ever.
Cash flow versus profit – Which matters more to an SME?
While profit can be seen as the main indicator of business health, the importance of cash flow is often overlooked.
The financial benefits of hiring Gen Z
15 July marks World Youth Skills Day, which is a day to celebrate the importance of equipping young people with the skills they need for employment and entrepreneurship.
Mixed picture for UK mergers and acquisitions– Where do the opportunities lie?
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) are a core part of business growth and resilience. Done well, the acquiring business benefits from a new market and the other company gets access to additional resources and support. Government data has shown changes in…
Should I gift a lump sum from my pension to family? Understanding the Inheritance Tax implications
You are likely aware of the upcoming inclusion of unspent pension pots for Inheritance Tax (IHT) calculations from 6 April 2027. This has sparked a wave of interest in finding alternative ways to save for the future. While it might…
Employee Ownership Trusts – What business owners need to know
With more than 2,400 businesses now operating through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) structure, this has become a mainstream option for business owners thinking about succession and exit. The tax benefits that helped drive that growth have recently changed, but…
How could a new Prime Minister impact SMEs in the UK?
With Keir Starmer announcing his resignation as Prime Minister, there has been much speculation about what this means for the future of UK politics.
Benefits in Kind reporting is changing…again
The Government has revised its plans for mandatory payrolling of Benefits in Kind (BiK), introducing a phased approach that splits the rollout across two years. The timetable has already shifted once, with the original April 2026 start date having been…
Small businesses to face new Companies House account filing rules from April 2028
After months of delays, the Government has finally confirmed how the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (EECTA) will change the way small businesses report their finances to Companies House. The new rules take effect from 1 April 2028…