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.
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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
Great British Summer Savings: Temporary VAT Reduction Explained
Rob explains more about the temporary reduced rate of VAT which will apply to certain goods and services between 25 June 2026 and 1 September 2026.
Is your website quietly costing you leads?
Amy of Nomadic UK explains how a confusing website can turn customers off
What is my business worth? Is this the question you should be asking?
Building a stronger business or exiting at the right time, starts with understanding its true value and the opportunities to change that.
Landlords: Do you know what’s changing in 2026?
Rachel has broken the updates down into tax related changes and key legal developments arising from the Renters’ Rights Act.
AI-Augmented Leadership: Are you ready to lead your business differently in the age of AI?
Most business owners are now asking some version of the same question: “Are we using AI?” It is a reasonable…
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Optimising your business structure
James explains the most common types of business structure and reasons for choosing them.
MTD for Income Tax is no longer a future plan, it is here.
Find out if it affects you and what you should do if it does. Acting now gives you time to get set up, choose the right software, and stay ahead of the new rules.
Report employee benefits on P11D by 6 July 2026
Following the end of the tax year, employers who have provided taxable expenses or benefits to employees or directors need to ensure they meet their year‑end reporting obligations
DfE Reporting Updates for 2025-26 – What Academy Trusts Need to Know
Ben breaks down the key changes and what they mean in practice for academy trusts.
Patent Box – Relief for protecting your IP
With Corporation Tax now at 25%, this relief is now more popular than ever, but how does it work and does it make the costs of obtaining patents worthwhile?
Reclaim tax that’s rightfully yours – before your window closes
Overpayment relief allows individuals and businesses to correct mistakes or omissions from previous tax returns and recover tax that was incorrectly assessed or overpaid.
Renters Rights Act: Possible SDLT consequences for tenants
James explains how Stamp Duty Land Tax will apply to new periodic tenancies from 1 May 2026
Act Now to Maximise Your Tax Reliefs
With the end of the 2025/26 tax year fast approaching, now is the time to consider your tax planning opportunities.