Bank lending to UK businesses has dropped to the lowest level in 30 years

Beware of rising house prices increasing Inheritance Tax liability

While rising property values may seem like good news, as prices go through the roof it could land you with a hefty Inheritance Tax (IHT) bill. The latest data from HM

Beware of the HMRC scammers, but ignoring calls can be costly

There are many problems associated with the pandemic, apart from the obvious one of the illness caused by the virus itself. Conmen and scammers have taken advantage of

Beware tax avoidance scheme promoters – HMRC cracks down with new powers

Recent Government estimates suggest that as much as £1.8 billion is lost every year due to tax avoidance schemes.  

Big changes are coming to FRS 102 – How can you prepare?

From January 2026, FRS 102 is going to be changing in a significant way and businesses need to be ready.

Big fall in businesses exporting to EU ‘caused by Brexit red tape’

The number of UK businesses exporting goods to the EU fell 33 per cent to 18,357 in 2021, from 27,321 in 2020, data from HMRC shows. Industry experts said the fall is

Bookkeeping as a Service: Your Business's New Best Friend

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Boots, Asda and Specsavers push back against business rates

Some of the UK’s top retail stores, including Asda and Boots, have joined the fight against spiralling business rates. It comes after many leading retail bodies...

Bounce Back Loan scheme is now live – apply today

The Government’s new Bounce Back Loan scheme (BBLS) has now gone live online and is open for applications. This new scheme is aimed specifically at small to medium-siz

Bounce Back Loans scheme for small businesses

The Chancellor has announced a new loans measure, known as the Bounce Back Loans Scheme (BBLS), which will allow small businesses to borrow up to 25 per cent of their