Cloud-powered accounting: Advancing beyond traditional cloud accounting systems

In modern businesses, cloud accounting has now become the norm rather than the exception.

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Planning for Inheritance Tax challenges as penalties surge in 2022/23 tax year

While Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a topic that many find uncomfortable to discuss, it is an unavoidable aspect of estate planning.Continue reading

How to save £2,000 in taxes on your childcare costs  

A Government scheme could help parents save up to £2,000 on their childcare costs through tax reliefs aimed at working parents.  Continue reading

Best practices for business and personal finances

Mixing personal and business finances is a common mistake that many entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small business owners make.

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Cash flow vs profits: a guide for small business owners

As a small business owner, you’ve likely heard the terms “cash flow” and “profits” used interchangeably. However, mixing these financial metrics up can cause severe consequences for your business.Continue reading

Three things to consider when forecasting your finances as a small business owner

Forecasting is the act of looking at past and present financial data to predict future costs, expenses, and profits. Small businesses do this to tailor their business model more effectively.Continue reading

Navigating estate planning and Inheritance Tax: what you need to know

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) recently announced that Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts were up by £200 million between April to July 2023, making this a record high.

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Self-Assessment benefits for small businesses

As a small business owner, you are probably familiar with the term ‘Self-Assessment’. While many entrepreneurs link Self-Assessment primarily with the yearly tax ritual, it offers a lot more.

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The role of cloud accounting in modern businesses

In today’s digital age, the way businesses manage their finances has seen a seismic shift, largely due to the introduction and growing popularity of cloud accounting.

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Understanding Director’s Loan Account (DLA) and the risks involved

Directors might opt to either lend money to or borrow from their own company. This type of transaction is called a director’s loans, and they are recorded in the Director’s Loan Account.

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