📊 Why Your January Tax Bill Feels Higher Than Expected (Even If Nothing Has Changed) January is the month when many business owners open their tax calculation and think: “That can’t be right.” Even when income hasn’t increased, expenses look sensible, and nothing major has changed, the January tax bill often feels much higher than…
🎄 The Christmas Break Tax Trap: Why January Is the Most Expensive Month of the Year for Business Owners And how to avoid the cashflow crunch that catches thousands out every year. December is supposed to be a time for switching off — mince pies, family time, and maybe the occasional “quiet drink” in the…
🗓️ 2026 Planning Starts Now: 7 Things Small Businesses Should Do Over the Christmas Break As we head into December, many small business owners understandably have one foot on the mince-pie tray and the other stepping into the New Year. But before the festive cheer takes full hold, there’s no better time than now —…
🎅 My Mate Down the Pub – Christmas Edition: The Worst Festive Tax Myths We Hear Every Year Because nothing spreads faster at Christmas than bad tax advice… except maybe tinsel. It’s that time of year again — Christmas parties, mince pies, Secret Santa… and of course, some truly spectacular tax myths being shared down…
🛍️ Black Friday Benefits: How Directors and Employees Can Save Smart This Season It’s that time of year again — inboxes are full of deals, discounts, and “too good to miss” offers! 🛒 But while everyone else is chasing Black Friday bargains, there’s one legitimate way to save that doesn’t rely on sales — using…
🧠 Why Now’s the Best Time to Review Your Business Structure As we head into the final months of 2025, many business owners are taking stock — looking at profits, growth, and plans for the new year. But there’s one area that often gets overlooked 👇 Is your business structure still the most tax-efficient and…
🎆 Don’t Let Your Finances Go Up in Smoke This Bonfire Night! As the skies light up across the UK this Bonfire Night, it’s a great reminder that — just like fireworks — your finances need careful planning to stay bright, controlled, and under budget 💷✨ At this time of year, many small businesses and…
🌿 Work-Life Balance for Business Owners: How to Switch Off Without Falling Behind 📅 October 2025 Running your own business can be incredibly rewarding — but it can also be exhausting. When you’re the one in charge, it’s easy to feel like you have to be “on” 24/7. Emails after dinner, phone calls on weekends,…
💪 How to Build a Resilient Business in an Uncertain Economy 📅 October 2025 Running a business is never without challenges — but in an unpredictable economy, it’s even more important to stay flexible, focused, and financially strong. Whether you’re a small business owner, a sole trader, or managing a growing team, the goal is…
💼 Family Investment Companies in the UK 2025/26: The Pros and Cons Explained As family wealth grows — often through business profits, property, or long-term investments — many families start to look for tax-efficient ways to protect assets for future generations. One option that’s gained popularity in recent years is the Family Investment Company (FIC).…