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By Armstrong Watson

10th November 2023

Funding for business equipment and kit

Business equipment and kit are often critical for the success of any business, but updating and buying new kit can also be a major expense. Here we look at a range of funding solutions to consider, from finance leases to loans.

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By Paul Moody

9th November 2023

Can I help my children through the cost-of-living crisis and save on Inheritance Tax too?

Gifting your children or grandchildren money while you are alive could be a tax-efficient way to be the “Bank of Mum and Dad” during the cost-of-living crisis and could mean that you help your children now when they need it most.

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By Emma Copley

9th November 2023

5 tips to teach your children about money matters

Here are 5 tips for parents and grandparents to help their children and grandchildren learn about money and how to save.

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By Andrew Robinson

7th November 2023

Northern Farming Conference embraces change and innovation for sustainable agriculture

The Northern Farming Conference is an inspiring annual event and this year - under the banner of ‘Tomorrow’s Farming Today’ - highlighted how farmers are adapting to the challenges presented by the loss of BPS payments and the need to make their farming practices more environmental and sustainable.

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By Armstrong Watson

2nd November 2023

Views of family and owner-manged business sought for Armstrong Watson’s 2023 survey

Call for family and owner-managed businesses to share their views as part of 2023 survey to help provide a vital insight into the challenges they face, aspirations they have and opportunities available.

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By Justin Rourke

2nd November 2023

New legislation aims to improve Lasting Power of Attorney system 

The process of completing a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) has often been considered time-consuming and confusing, but new legislation aims to modernise this process and could be a vital piece of the jigsaw when it comes to implementing a secure financial plan for you and your family.   

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By Armstrong Watson

2nd November 2023

Legal Sector Benchmarking Update – how does your law firm performance compare to others?

We act for over 100 law firms throughout the UK each year. For all our compliance clients we supply a bespoke individual benchmarking report analysing the results of their individual firm as part of our standard added value service when discussing their annual accounts. Each year we summarise the results of these practices in our annual benchmarking review which can be read here.

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By Armstrong Watson

26th October 2023

Beware – fraudsters want your money!

Following the recent news article regarding Kent, a long-established business and hairbrush supplier to the royal family, who lost £1.6 million in minutes after falling prey to authorised push payment fraud (‘APP') back in July, we look at what APP fraud is, how it could impact your business and most importantly, how you can protect your business from fraudsters. 

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By Graham Poles

22nd October 2023

The future of inheritance tax in the UK, the debate continues…

Ahead of the Autumn Statement next month, the on-going debate about the future of Inheritance Tax (IHT) continues. While it is unlikely the 40% tax charge - regarded as ‘Britain’s most hated tax’ - will be abolished anytime soon, it’s likely manifestos will promise another review, and perhaps simplification of IHT.

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By Andrew Robinson

15th October 2023

Farmers Weekly finalists demonstrate ways to replace lost BPS income

Armstrong Watson's Head of Agriculture Andrew Robinson had the honour of judging the annual Farmers Weekly Awards for a second year in a row. He explains how the winners, finalists and nominees this year demonstrated an acceptance to change and do something different to survive with reduced financial support. 

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