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Building VAT into building projects

There are so many benefits that can be derived from correctly navigating VAT, Emma Forrester investigates further.

Starting a new law firm - what do I need to consider? Part IV - Application process with the SRA

As specialist advisors to the legal sector, we have helped many firms to start practising. In the last three editions, I covered the top considerations that individuals should take into account in starting a new law firm; the importance of planning; the business structure of the firm; and tax considerations. In this edition, I look into the application/recognition process with the SRA.

Should I consider insuring my state pension?

The state pension provides one of the few sources of “risk-free” income and forms a critical part of a retirement income for nearly all retired households

Why the time is right for hospitality businesses to explore all options

Should Hospitality business owners plan their exit strategy, expand or sit tight? 

CBILS and the Impact on the Funding Landscape

As the deadline for CBILS applications fast approaches (30^th September), we thought it would be a good time to take stock. Heather Bamforth asks our Corporate Finance Manager and Commercial Funding specialist, Stephen Dinsmore his opinions on the funding landscape.

HMRC crackdown begins on furlough fraud

HMRC are reported to be investigating 4,500 cases of furlough fraud after setting up a dedicated furlough Fraud hotline.

Kickstart Scheme Key Facts for Employers

The Kickstart Scheme aims to provide funding to create new 6-month job placements for 16 to 24 year olds who are currently claiming Universal Credit and at risk of long term unemployment. The Government has just published guidance on how this new scheme will work for employers.

There are specific criteria on who can apply. 

Starting a new law firm - what do I need to consider? Part III – Tax considerations

Andy Poole gives his expertise and advice on what to consider when starting a new Law Firm.

Finance Act 2020 – Implications for Funders

With the Finance Act having now gained Royal Assent, the threat of HM Revenue & Customs ranking higher in any insolvency process has now become a reality. The impact is likely to send shockwaves through the lending community, especially for lenders who traditionally rely on either qualifying floating charges or personal guarantees to bolster their security. And for those alternative lenders who rely on personal assets of the directors, will HMRC’s new power to issue Joint Liability Notices to directors personally affect their appetite to lend?

Funding options for your PII renewal, we can help

A combination of the COVID-19 pandemic, uncertainty around the outcome of Brexit negotiations, a potential recession and an already hardened PII market in 2019 could make this one of the most challenging years for solicitors since the move to open the market in 2000.