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Management buyouts – An alternative approach to exit and succession

When developing your business exit and succession strategy, you must consider all possible avenues, including those which might not seem so obvious. A management buyout…

What the summer may mean for your business

Whether the hot weather lasts or not, summer is here to stay, bringing with it seasonal challenges and opportunities for business owners. You may think…

Invoice fraud becoming a significant problem

Invoice fraud, affecting one in three companies, involves deceptive practices that trick businesses into making payments to fraudulent accounts. As fraudsters' techniques become more sophisticated,…

Inside the private equity boom

Private equity investment has been a significant force in the financial world for some time. However, the nature of private equity has changed considerably in…

Will Labour’s agenda in the King’s Speech signal major tax changes for businesses in 2025?

As the opening of Parliament approaches on 17 July, businesses across the country are bracing for the King's Speech, which is expected to outline the…

Are you ready for changes to LLP salaried member rules?

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued its updated guidance on salaried members in limited liability partnerships (LLPs), in relation to capital contributions. Currently, LLPs…

New accounting practices outlined for LLPs

The Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB) has released the 2024 edition of its Statement of Recommended Practice Accounting (SORP) for Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs).…

Using an iPhone? Keep an eye out for tax refund scammers

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has warned that a new wave of fraudulent text messages is targeting taxpayers using iPhones, claiming that recipients are owed…

The increase to Companies House fees: What you need to know

As of 1st May 2024, Companies House has implemented revised fees, marking a significant change in the cost structure for various services. This adjustment stems…

New advisory fuel rates for electric company cars

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has recently announced new Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) that will take effect from 1 June 2024. These changes include a…