Lifetime gifts and Inheritance Tax: how to notify HMRC
Posted by Ben Locker on December 1, 2022You may know that lifetime gifts can be exempt from IHT if you live for seven years afterwards. But how do you report them to the taxman?
The Breathing Space debt respite scheme. How does it work?
Posted by Ben Locker on November 23, 2022The Breathing Space debt respite scheme – how does it work, and what does it mean for debtors and creditors?
Why are landlords selling up – and is buy-to-let still worth it?
Posted by Ben Locker on November 7, 2022Currently, many landlords are selling up and leaving the buy-to-let market. But is it still worth holding a portfolio of rental properties?
Small business cyber security – how to protect your data & reputation
Posted by Ben Locker on November 4, 2022The average data breach costs an SME £11,000. With cyber attacks on the rise, is it time to review your small business cyber security?
Nightmare tenants – advice for landlords
Posted by Ben Locker on October 31, 2022As more people struggle to pay the rent, more landlords find themselves with nightmare tenants. So, what can you do to protect yourself?
Marshmallows and VAT: when size matters
Posted by Ben Locker on October 10, 2022Marshmallows and VAT have recently come under the spotlight. But did a tribunal rule that giant marshmallows were confectionery or not?
Recovery Loan Scheme extension for two years
Posted by Ben Locker on August 15, 2022The government recently announced a Recovery Loan Scheme extension until 2024. We explain how the scheme works and how you can apply.
Brexit – a summary for businesses
Posted by Ben Locker on July 1, 2021The ink on the 1,246-page EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement is barely dry. But how will Brexit affect business? We help you find out.
4th SEISS grant – amount and eligibility to be announced in March?
Posted by Ben Locker on January 25, 2021According to Moneysavingexpert.com’s Martin Lewis, the 4th SEISS grant will be announced in March. Will more of the self-employed benefit?
Innovate UK Funding. Do you qualify for these business funding grants?
Posted by Ben Locker on July 29, 2019Innovate UK Funding – if you have a great innovative business idea you could well qualify for grant funding from Innovate UK. We show you how
