Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are finding the current economic climate challenging, with many reluctant to invest for fear of losing their business entirely.
Why are fewer SMEs investing in their company?
SMEs
Government borrowing at record high – how will your business be affected?
Anyone even tangentially involved in UK economics will have noticed that the future is not looking bright. Read more
How Dumbarton FC beat the drop – and what SMEs can learn from their business revival
More often than not, football clubs are seen as a billionaire’s plaything, where lavish amounts of money are spent at the drop of a hat on somebody to kick a ball about. Read more
Important updates to Making Tax Digital and late payment rates you might have missed in the Spring Statement
This week’s Spring Statement brought two announcements that will matter to anyone running their own business or earning income from property.
Keeping your SME stable during economic uncertainty
There have been a lot of political changes in recent months, but the outlook for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) remains gloomy.
Understanding the new process for PAYE refunds
The recent announcement by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has introduced a change in the way PAYE refunds are processed.
Why the National Wealth Fund is a game-changer for SMEs
The recent announcement by the new Labour Government to introduce a National Wealth Fund has sent ripples of excitement throughout the business community.
How you can protect your finances against inflation
Even though inflation has dropped a lot from its peak in October 2022 of 11.1 per cent, the highest rate in 40 years, it doesn’t mean prices are going down—they’re just rising more slowly.
Managing staff costs: Statutory payments and compliance
Staff costs represent a substantial portion of your expenditure as a business owner, so it’s important that you understand what payments you have to make and how to plan for them.
What should you avoid when transitioning to Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment?
From April 2026, the Government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative will move to target self-employed individuals and landlords.