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By Helen Robinson

16th October 2025

Staff Christmas parties and employee Christmas gifts

It’s almost the season to celebrate and give to those we value. From a business perspective, what are the best ways to reward staff at this time of year?

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By Armstrong Watson

10th October 2025

Our Latest Investment Market Update – Reeves, Trump, A Rally and Risk

Our latest commentary on the financial investment markets and the wider economy. 

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By Armstrong Watson

8th October 2025

How much is my law firm worth?

One of the biggest questions when you are looking to buy or sell a law firm is ‘what is it worth?’ Whether you are selling due to retirement or buying a firm to allow you to expand and grow, valuation is often the key point for consideration.

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By Emma Copley

2nd October 2025

Financial advice vs DIY: When should you pay an expert?

Financial advice should be used to add value to your overall circumstances. Whether you’re thinking of an early retirement set in the South of France, with warm weather and an endless supply of good wine, or want to take a step back in your own business, an adviser can help you with a financial plan to ensure a comfortable future and could mean the difference between retiring at 60 or 70!

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By Armstrong Watson

2nd October 2025

Report reveals impact of rising pressures and resilience in the face of increasing challenges

We are delighted to share our 2025 Family, Privately Owned and Owner-Managed Business Survey Report, which captures the voices of 858 businesses from across the UK, offering vital insights into the challenges, opportunities and aspirations of this vital sector.

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By Armstrong Watson

25th September 2025

An Interview with… Ben Hunt-Davis, Olympic Gold Medallist & Co-Founder of Will It Make The Boat Go Faster?

Ben Hunt-Davis helps executive and leadership teams align behind ambitious goals, focus on what really drives performance, and work better together. We caught up with him to explore three crucial questions business leaders should be asking right now.

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By Huw Nicholls

24th September 2025

New guidance on law firm obligations to protect client money should a bank collapse  

Earlier this year, The Law Society published a Practice Note on protection for client accounts. This is relevant for all solicitors who deal with client funds.  

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By Jonathan York

18th September 2025

Key VAT considerations for expanding farming businesses

As the agricultural landscape evolves, many farming businesses are choosing to diversify by adding new activities alongside their core farming work. Here we will look at the VAT issues that should be considered as part of the planning. 
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By Rebecca Wilson

16th September 2025

Windows 10 end of life – update and secure your systems

2025 will see a critical technology update that could potentially impact many businesses.

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By Paul Moody

15th September 2025

Should I invest in a buy-to-let property or a pension?

Pensions and the purchase of buy-to-let property continue to be popular investment vehicles for retirement planning.

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