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💼 From April 2027, your pension could be subject to Inheritance TaxFor many people, pensions have been an effective way ...
21/10/2026

💼 From April 2027, your pension could be subject to Inheritance Tax

For many people, pensions have been an effective way to pass on wealth tax-efficiently. But proposed changes due to take effect from April 2027 could mean unused pension funds form part of your estate for Inheritance Tax purposes.

If you're planning how to pass wealth on to future generations, now is the time to understand how these changes could affect you and your family.

Read our latest article: https://lnkd.in/e6pd2kKV

📅 We'll be discussing key tax developments like these and what they could mean for your wealth planning at our upcoming Budget Debrief events.

Book your place via the link in the comments.

Your October business news round-up is here 👇📈 UK inflation rises to 3.1%🤖 AI helps drive UK economic growth📋 HMRC cance...
01/10/2026

Your October business news round-up is here 👇

📈 UK inflation rises to 3.1%
🤖 AI helps drive UK economic growth
📋 HMRC cancels record numbers of tax penalties
💷 Millionaires consider leaving the UK over tax concerns

Read the full October round-up here: https://lnkd.in/enjW6U7k

We're proud to be finalists in two categories at this year's Accounting Excellence Awards tonight. 🤞 🎯 Tax Team of the Y...
29/09/2026

We're proud to be finalists in two categories at this year's Accounting Excellence Awards tonight. 🤞

🎯 Tax Team of the Year
🎯 Deal of the Year

Thank you to the sponsors of these categories, Wolters Kluwer and Credo Capital.

Good luck to all the finalists. Looking forward to a fantastic evening celebrating the profession.

📢 Our annual Budget Breakfast Debriefs are back this November. Join us for one of the highlights of our events calendar,...
29/09/2026

📢 Our annual Budget Breakfast Debriefs are back this November.

Join us for one of the highlights of our events calendar, where businesses and professionals come together to gain practical insight into the latest Budget changes, ask questions and make valuable new connections.

Following the Chancellor's Budget announcement, our specialists will provide a practical, jargon-free overview of the key changes and what they could mean for businesses, individuals and investors.

📍 Rugby | Draycote Hotel
⏰ Wednesday 4 November | 8am-12pm
🎟️ Book your place: https://bit.ly/4rIwsZq

📍 Northampton | Mercure Hotel
⏰ Thursday 5 November | 8am-12pm
🎟️ Book your place: https://bit.ly/4dc0luX

You'll hear from:
Luke Prout, Tax Partner
Jo Surley, Tax Director
Giedre Azukaite, Chartered Financial Planner

Enjoy breakfast, networking and practical insights, with plenty of opportunity to ask questions and discuss the key announcements.

We'd love to welcome you along.

Selling an asset isn't always as straightforward as calculating the profit.Capital Gains Tax could affect how much you u...
22/09/2026

Selling an asset isn't always as straightforward as calculating the profit.

Capital Gains Tax could affect how much you ultimately receive, making forward planning essential. Our latest spotlight explores some of the key things to consider before you sell.

Read more: 👉 https://bit.ly/4hhGfAG

💸 What's made the biggest difference in helping your business get paid on time?Whether it's automated reminders, upfront...
15/09/2026

💸 What's made the biggest difference in helping your business get paid on time?

Whether it's automated reminders, upfront deposits, clearer payment terms or something else, we'd love to hear what's worked for you.

Late payments can create more than just cash flow headaches. They can impact planning, growth and valuable time that could be spent elsewhere.

Our latest Spotlight explores the hidden cost of late payments and why they shouldn't be ignored.

📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/efVh7AAk

💷 What does payroll actually cost in 2026/27? Rising employment costs mean businesses need to be planning ahead now. Thi...
11/09/2026

💷 What does payroll actually cost in 2026/27?

Rising employment costs mean businesses need to be planning ahead now.

This National Payroll Week, we're celebrating the payroll professionals who help organisations navigate changing legislation, stay compliant and support their people.

For Alexandra Kaponi, that's what makes payroll such a rewarding career.

🔗 Read Alexandra's latest payroll planning insights here: https://bit.ly/4xjnBOS

Everyone looks forward to payday, but not everyone sees the work that goes into making it happen. 👏This National Payroll...
10/09/2026

Everyone looks forward to payday, but not everyone sees the work that goes into making it happen. 👏

This National Payroll Week, we're celebrating our incredible payroll team and payroll professionals everywhere for the important work they do day in, day out.

Payroll is about so much more than numbers. It's about supporting employers and employees, navigating constant change, solving problems and making sure people are paid accurately and on time.

Behind every payslip is a team of dedicated professionals working hard to keep things running smoothly.

We've asked four members of our payroll team to share why they chose a career in payroll and what keeps them passionate about the profession.

Swipe through to hear their stories and help us celebrate the people behind the payslips ❤️

👇 Shout out to our payroll team:

Alexandra Kaponi, Head of Payroll
Dawn Hopper, Payroll Manager
Sophie Adnitt, Payroll Administrator
Tejas Pathak, Payroll Administrator
Daria Krzemien, Payroll Administrator
Carla Wileman, Payroll Administrator
Chloe Snodin, Payroll Administrator
Michelle Panther, Payroll Administrator
Kim Smith, Payroll Administrator

🚗 Company car fuel rates have changed today Four HMRC rates have changed from 1 September: ⬆️ Petrol over 2,000cc: +1p⬇️...
01/09/2026

🚗 Company car fuel rates have changed today

Four HMRC rates have changed from 1 September:

⬆️ Petrol over 2,000cc: +1p
⬇️ LPG over 2,000cc: -1p
⬇️ Diesel 1,601–2,000cc: -1p
⬇️ Diesel over 2,000cc: -1p

Everything else stays the same, including electric rates.

Providing company cars? Check your mileage rates today. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/advisory-fuel-rates

If financial planning has been sitting on your to-do list for a while, you're not alone. Between running a business, man...
25/08/2026

If financial planning has been sitting on your to-do list for a while, you're not alone.

Between running a business, managing day-to-day finances, and planning for the future, it's easy to put it off.

In her latest article, Chartered Financial Planner Giedre Azukaite CFP™ APFS explains why taking that first step can be simpler than you think, and the value of asking the right questions up front.

👉 https://lnkd.in/eSzXqfN6

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