Why do I need tax investigation insurance? 

Insurance is there to protect you in case of trouble: you get pet insurance in case your dog has an accident in the park, you get car insurance in case you have an accident on motorway, and you get tax investigation insurance in case HMRC raises an enquiry into you or...

How can I move my business towards net zero carbon?

Businesses need to lead the way in moving towards net zero carbon emissions. There is no quick fix so businesses need to start the journey now and move towards the ultimate goal of net zero, over the next few years. Here are some of the changes that you can implement...

Do I need an accountant if I have accounting software?

If you’ve ever looked up accountants in your area, or googled a simple question about tax compliance, you’ve no doubt been bombarded with targeted ads from accountancy software companies. The promise of a hassle-free app providing cheap, easy, and quick solutions...

New VAT rules for the construction sector

Under new rules due to come in on 1 October 2019 builders, subcontractors and other trades associated with the construction industry will have to start using a new method of accounting for VAT. Under the new rules, supplies of standard or reduced-rated building...

Advisory fuel rate from company cars

In line with recent reductions in fuel prices, HMRC has reduced their suggested reimbursement rates for employees’ private mileage using their company car from 1 March 2019. Where there has been a change the previous rate is shown in brackets. Engine Size Petrol...

Keeping your website up to date for Google searches

Google is still the world’s most popular search engine. Google’s search engine algorithm is continuously being updated so how do you keep your firm’s website up to date so that you show up in online searches? More than 2.3 million Google searches are conducted every...