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Did you know that the UK corporation tax rates will be changing in April next year? From 1 April 2023, the rate of corporation tax will...

The stability of your business isn’t just based on sound finances. Forming rock-solid foundations comes from having a solid customer base...

Every business has a finite lifespan. Some may last for decades, and some may only last a couple of years. As the owner of a business,...

Keeping the business in a positive cashflow position is vital. But you can only do this if your cash inflows (sales revenues and other...

The Bank of England is predicting that the UK will dip into recession at some point in 2022, driven by multiple factors that are causing...

Global supply chain challenges are changing the reality of doing business. It’s increasingly tough to source raw materials, supplies and...

To successfully set up your export business, you'll need to do your research. This means talking to your accountant, advisers and other...

HMRC has announced that penalties will be issued to those not completing VAT returns through Making Tax Digital (MTD) from 1 November...

When people talk about ‘brand’ they often think solely from a customer perspective. However, a strong 'employer brand' is also critical,...

In a crowded marketplace, it can be difficult to make your products and services stand out clearly from the competition. A key way to do...

Over a million more businesses are now eligible for the ‘help to grow: digital scheme', which has also been expanded to include ...

Producing regular management information is one way to help improve your business decision-making. But looking at historical numbers can...

How to successfully implement change in your business Research by Kotter International found that more than 70% of change projects within...

Keeping your business operational is a full-time job. It’s a balancing act that requires you to keep a multitude of plates spinning,...

The foundational goal of any business is to make a profit. As a business owner, that’s one of your key financial aims – to make enough...

To understand the financial position of a business at a specific point of time, look at the balance sheet. The balance sheet may also be...

Globally, our relationship with work and the workplace has changed. People got used to working from home (WFH) during the pandemic...

The OECD recently released its latest Taxing Wages 2022 report, and it’s interesting to see where the UK falls compared to other...

Consumers are driving the trend towards sustainable business practices, voting with their dollars to support greener companies. The...

Having a company car used to be seen as a considerable perk. But in recent years it's become less clear whether having a conventionally...