January 7, 2022
Realistic New Year’s resolutions for your business
‘New Year’s resolutions may be a little cliché, but we challenge you to think of them differently, as we head into 2022… Reframing New Year’s resolutions Is the real problem that the New Year’s resolutions we set ourselves are unrealistic; that we’re expecting miracles? Should we replace the resolution label,
October 14, 2021
Streamlined accounting and strategic advice to support business growth
More often than not, businesses with growth ambitions come to us looking for two distinct but complimentary things – streamlined accounting, and strategic business advice. Streamlined accounting processes When in business, whether you are experiencing a period of growth or not, time is your greatest ally, but it can be
August 6, 2021
Do I need an ATOL accountant?
ATOL registered companies are required by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to submit financial information that has been certified by an ATOL accountant. ATOL registered companies hold a current ATOL licence; this, in theory, encompasses all UK travel companies selling air holidays or flights. Why do I need an ATOL
August 3, 2021
Can home office costs be met by my limited company?
Whilst many are enjoying the benefits of remote working, lacking a dedicated space from which to do so can wear thin. As such, thoughts turn to creating a more ‘permanent’ and comfortable home office space. If you’re a company director, you may be wondering whether your business could subsidise the
July 19, 2021
Money badge introduced for cub scouts
The Scout Association has launched a new badge for Cub Scouts and Beavers to earn, called “The Money Skill Activity Badge”. The aim is to provide an ‘age-appropriate’ introduction to the realm of money and finances, for young children and adolescents. In order to earn the Money Skill Activity Badge,
June 23, 2021
Let Property Campaign: An opportunity for Airbnb hosts
Airbnb hosts who have neglected to declare taxable rental income have an opportunity to do so via HMRC’s Let Property Campaign (LPC). If rental income from a second property is not covered by rent-a-room relief, this should be declared on a Self-Assessment tax return. HMRC will then tax the rental
May 14, 2021
Charity Governance: Mitigating the risk of fraud
Charity governance is still a hot topic in the third sector, with failings of trustees, founders and key employees regularly making the news. The consequences of fraud and theft are often financial devastation for the charity itself, as well as betrayal of public confidence; both effects that can take years