Umar Memon
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Don’t get caught out – keep your business records up to date
We know that as a business owner, you’ll have hundreds of responsibilities to keep on top of. However, it’s important to keep your business records up to date by informing us of any changes to your business circumstances, no matter… Read more Don’t get caught out – keep your business records up to date
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The Olympic legacy – gold standard?
The Olympics have come and gone, and it was hard for most not to get swept up in Olympic fever. It is estimated that the build-up to the Games pumped an additional £14 billion into the economy. But what now?… Read more The Olympic legacy – gold standard?
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Estate planning
That you should leave something behind for loved ones is a gratifying thought, whatever the size of your estate. Why is estate planning important? If your assets exceed £325,000 (including any gifts you have made in your last seven years),… Read more Estate planning
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Tax and your business
Don’t miss out on tax planning opportunities. Planning for the year ahead will benefit your business – this guide covers some important considerations for unincorporated businesses. Unincorporated businesses Tax is payable by an unincorporated business at income tax rates from… Read more Tax and your business
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Happy Holidays?
Whether you are holidaying abroad or planning a ‘staycation’ this summer, there are a few money aspects worth considering, and a few worth enjoying. Holiday insurance Once you’ve booked your holiday, the next step, and arguably the most important, is… Read more Happy Holidays?
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Protecting your business
Small businesses are often the casualties during an economic downturn. But there are measures you can take to protect your business during difficult times. It is important to continually monitor your business performance and implement such measures while trading is… Read more Protecting your business
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Employee share schemes – a worthwhile incentive?
We take a look at two of the main employee share schemes after recent research revealed that £200 million worth of free shares were given out to employees last year: Share incentive plan (SIP) Save as you earn (SAYE)… Read more Employee share schemes – a worthwhile incentive?
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Economic update August 2012
With the UK economy now in a deeper double dip recession than most expected coupled with the ongoing challenges around the Eurozone, it is evident that while we enjoy the peak performances of athletes in the Olympics and Paralympics, our… Read more Economic update August 2012
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Exiting your business
Every business owner should have an exit strategy in place, and as more and more owners and directors approach retirement, is now the time to look at your exit strategy? Your personal exit strategy Every business owner should have a… Read more Exiting your business
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Budget U-turns: Pasties, caravans and charities – what will and won’t be taxed
Chancellor George Osborne made a series of Budget U-turns regarding tax and VAT, following concerns raised by charities, businesses and the public. So what changes have been made? Charitable donations Tax avoidance featured heavily in March’s Budget, but proposals to… Read more Budget U-turns: Pasties, caravans and charities – what will and won’t be taxed