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External business threats and how planning can help counter them

External risks can affect even well managed businesses. Many threats arise outside the control of business owners, yet they can have a significant impact on profitability, cash flow and long term stability. Economic change, regulatory developments, market disruption and supply chain pressures can all create uncertainty. Forward planning allows businesses to prepare for these risks […]

What the new HMRC website does not provide

The launch of HMRC’s Tax Confident website represents a clear attempt to simplify the UK tax system and help individuals better understand their obligations. The site is structured around real life situations such as starting work, running a small business, or approaching retirement, and aims to present tax concepts in plain English without technical jargon. […]

Choosing the right sector when starting a new business

Starting a business involves many decisions, but one of the most important is selecting the right sector. The most successful start-ups tend to occur where three factors align: the skills of the business owner, the amount of funding available, and the level of demand for the service or product being offered. When these elements are […]