Our experts dissect the Budget, look at the benefits to SMEs of outsourcing the FD role, consider what makes a successful sale and explain what buyer’s look for.
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Budget 2026: Modernising VAT
Rob shares how the Budget reinforces the Government’s direction of travel towards a more digital and automated tax system.
Budget 2026: R&D Tax Relief
Having gone through the documents published after the speech, Joe explains the changes relating to R&D Tax Relief.
Budget 2026: Business Taxes
James provides a summary of the Chancellor’s announcements concerning Business Taxes.
Budget 2026: First time buyer ISA
Alice explains more about the Government’s new First Time Buyer ISA which will be available from April 2029.
Budget 2026: Pension Tax Allowance
Adam shares details about a new Pension Tax Allowance will be introduced from the 2027/28 tax year.
Budget 2026: The Tax Gap
Rachel outlines the new measures which are being introduced to help tackle debt management and to introduce more timely tax payments.
Budget 2026: Founders Relief
Ethan explains the new Founders’ Relief, aimed at rewarding individuals who have started and grown successful, innovative UK businesses.
Budget 2026: Personal Taxes
Rachel summarises announcements about Property income, Trading Allowance and changes to property income data reporting.
Budget 2026 – what might we see from John Healey’s first Budget?
James shares his predictions in the run up to the Chancellor’s Budget Day speech on 28 October.
HMRC R&D Claim Notification: Requirements, Deadlines and Exemptions
Joe shares details about what it covers and how early submission is a sensible course of action if in doubt.
Claiming R&D Tax Relief in 2026: the main hurdles to a successful claim
Joe explains the various hurdles companies now need to consider before making an R&D claim.
Directors’ loan accounts – a significant development
A recent High Court case has raised serious concerns for individuals who use company money for personal expenses via their…
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Acquisition Success (4 of 4): How to protect value after completion
This is the stage where the deal moves from paper to reality. The buyer must protect what made the business worth buying, while beginning the work needed to realise the value behind the deal.
Acquisition Success (3 of 4): What to confirm through due diligence before completion
The purpose of due diligence is to confirm what the buyer is acquiring, identify risks that need to be addressed, and decide whether the agreed price, structure and protections remain appropriate before completion.
Acquisition Success (2 of 4): What to test before signing Heads of Terms
Once a buyer has decided that a target may be strategically attractive, they need to understand enough of the opportunity to make sure the proposed Heads of Terms reflect the commercial reality of the business.
Acquisition Success (1 of 4): A good business is not always the right target
Part of The Acquisition Success Series for business owners considering acquisitions, this first article covers the importance of strategic fit
More frequent payments of Self Assessment tax liabilities: HMRC consultation
Rachel explains that the Government is planning to introduce more regular collections of tax from April 2029
Renters Rights Act update: Possible SDLT consequences for tenants
James shares an announcement which alleviates concerns around how the Renters Rights Act might give rise to unintended SDLT charges
Getting statutory holiday pay right from the start
Maryann highlights your legal requirements and how to remain compliant across many working arrangements