Forward planning in business – creating an effective business plan
Posted by Mark Boulter on February 10, 2026Forward planning in business and business plans is something that most small businesses don’t realise they need. In this article, we look at why a business plan is important.
Employment Rights Act 2025: key dates & employer guide
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on February 9, 2026The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now law. From unfair dismissal to sick pay and minimum wage, find out the key dates and what to do now.
The 60% tax trap: the £100k problem explained
Posted by Ian Henman on February 9, 2026Earning over £100,000? You might be paying an effective 60% tax rate. Learn why this happens and how to legitimately fix it with tax planning.
ATED return (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings) – don’t forget!
Posted by Karen Jones on February 9, 2026Do you have a company which owns residential properties valued at over £500k? If you do, then you may have to file ATED returns (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings) and pay additional taxes on them.
How to pay CGT the easy way
Posted by Karen Jones on February 6, 2026If you need to pay CGT on items other than property, there are two ways to do it. Surprisingly, many people fill in a tax return needlessly.
Statutory Sick Pay changes 2026: preparing for “Day One” rights
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on February 5, 2026New Statutory Sick Pay changes will see it become a “Day One” right, remove “waiting days’ and scrap the Lower Earnings Limit requirement.
Late tax return? Ask us to help before your tax bill grows
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on February 5, 2026A late tax return can quickly become expensive as penalties and interest accumulate. If your return is late, we can help you.
HMRC repays £38m in pension tax
Posted by Karen Jones on February 4, 2026If you have recently started drawing your pension, you may have overpaid pension tax. We help you understand whether you’re due a refund.
7 essential tips to creating a catchy business name
Posted by Mark Boulter on February 3, 2026Starting any new business is an exciting time but selecting a business name can be challenging. Here are seven tips to help you to decide on a great business name.
Inheritance Tax on pensions 2027: the new “double tax” trap
Posted by Ian Henman on February 2, 2026Inheritance Tax on pensions 2027: new rules could see families lose 67% of their pot. Discover how the the “double tax” trap will work.
