It surprises many people arriving in the UK, or leaving to go abroad, that UK tax residence status is not currently defined by legislation, but… Read More »UK Residence – new statutory test proposed from April 2012
The ability to predict realistic sales levels is essential for a business. Not only does it enable you to identify and deal with any possible… Read More »Effective sales planning
Interest rates remain at 0.5 per cent and as the economy remains sluggish, there are no signs of an increase on the cards. But while… Read More »Interest rates remain at record lows – how could you make the most of your savings?
The latest Pension Trends survey from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports that the recession caused pension contributions to tumble. Meanwhile, life expectancy continues… Read More »Are you saving enough for your retirement?
When businesses run into cash flow difficulties, delaying payments to suppliers can become a problem. Make sure you keep on top of your debtors, and… Read More »Keeping on top of your debtors
The self-assessment tax return deadline is approaching. The paper filing deadline is 31 October 2011, while online returns can be filed until 31 January 2012.… Read More »Self-assessment tax return reminder
Many people spend time thinking about what retirement might look like financially, and this is particularly important now, especially given the current state of the… Read More »Successful retirement planning
The Bribery Act 2010 came into force on the 1st July 2011 making it a criminal offence for an individual or commercial organisation to offer… Read More »Does The Bribery Act Affect You?
The Government has brought forward two changes in the law to help smaller firms gain access to equity finance. The changes mean that fewer small… Read More »New rules may give SMEs easier access to equity funding
The Pensions Regulator has issued guidelines for employers on how to deal with the upcoming new mandatory workplace pension scheme. Under the scheme, which rolls… Read More »Employers to get online help with new pension rules