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A positive vibe in our office
Monday mornings are not always viewed in a positive light, but that certainly was not the case this morning in our Cobham office. There was a real buzz today as…
How to Grow Your Business
Our design team created this fun infographic offering advice for startups on growing a business. Feel free to share this graphic on your own website or blog. Simply copy and…
Probate is no longer a protected legal service
Historically only solicitors were allowed to offer Probate services, but since 1st November 2014, accredited accountants are now able to offer this assistance. We were amongst the first firms to gain…
Another Successful Budget Review Seminar
We held our Annual Budget Seminar and Business Forum at The Cobham Curve following the 2016 Budget, and once again it was a great success judging by attendee feedback. Our…
Self-assessment tax returns – have you completed yours?
As Halloween quickly approaches, most people may be worried about ghosts and ghouls, realistically individuals should be more concerned about submitting their paper self-assessment tax return. The deadline for submission…
Government introduces Consumer Rights Act, as it seeks to simplify and modernise UK consumer law
Understanding The Consumer Rights Act Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are being made aware that the law has changed for consumers and it now covers new areas. Introduced on 1…
How combining technology with a forward-thinking approach can get you noticed in the market…
The Business Development Leaders Network, BDLN, has published an interview with our Director Robin John around our approach to business development. Robin discusses how combining technology with a forward-thinking approach…
Businesses urged not to be complacement over accelerated payment notices
Businesses are being urged not to be complacent if they receive Accelerated Payment Notices (APNs), after new figures reveal that the government has collected more than £1 billion through their…
UK’s smallest employees need to embrace auto-enrolment
A recent survey comissioned by the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals has found that more than a third of workers reaching the end of their working lives are not planning…
New EU court ruling could have significant impact on businesses
A new European court ruling has clarified that travelling time to and from work could itself be classed as work. In a landmark ruling, the European Court of Justice has…
Top Tips for Starting a Business: How to link your Personal goals with your Business Plan
It often amazes me how many Small and Medium Size Enterprises (SME’s) there are in the UK that do not have a Business Plan. According to even the most conservative…
Welcome to a simpler dividend tax regime (but be prepared to pay more tax)
In the Summer 2015 Budget, George Osborne announced fundamental changes to the way in which dividends are taxed. The changes take place for dividends received from 6 April 2016. Some…