What is an audit? An audit is an inspection of a company from someone outside of your business. An auditor will examine your financial statements and accounts, as well as ensuring any controls and processes are fit for purpose. Do I need an audit? Not all businesses
Read more →Our Blackpool office recently joined racers, runners and walkers to raise more than £3,000 for local charity, N-Vision. The annual three pier walk gives participants the option to run or walk either three, five or six miles, looping the distance between each of Blackpool’s South, Central and
Read more →September sees the latest ’68 number plates arrive, but it also heralds a much more serious change. A year ago, the automotive sector’s outdated and unrealistic ‘NEDC’ emissions and fuel economy tests were replaced by WLTP (Worldwide harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) and RDE (Real Driving Emissions).
Read more →What is R&D tax relief? The Government tax relief rewards innovation by enabling businesses to reclaim part of their investment on research and development activities, through a reduction in corporation tax liabilities or a cash repayment from HMRC. Do I qualify? To qualify for the SME R&D
Read more →We have witnessed so many different reasons as to why business owners choose to go their separate ways, from family fall outs through to changes in circumstances. Whatever the case may be, it is crucial that each party seeks advice and support from an expert tax planner
Read more →Those aged 55+ now have increased freedom and flexibility around accessing their pension savings. Our clients often ask us whether they should withdraw money early from their pension. Whether you’re looking to withdraw a lump sum or you want a regular income, our Wealth Management Team are
Read more →Founded in 2017, Handpicked Accountants helps business owners and company directors find their perfect accountant. Featuring firms renowned for providing trusted financial guidance, we’re pleased to announce we are the latest firm selected to join Handpicked Accountants. Featuring over 1,100 of the UK’s best accountancy practices, each
Read more →Every business wants their money to work harder but according to research from Aldermore Bank, more than 60% of SMEs currently earn zero interest on their savings. It’s not surprising that financial pressures are the main reasons behind this figure, with 40% of those surveyed lacking sufficient
Read more →Our Blackpool team have added a new trainee accountant, bringing the total number of staff to 15. Eighteen-year-old Joshua Moreau from Wrea Green, finished his A-Levels in June and caught the eye of director’s Debbie and David after completing a week-long work experience at Champion Blackpool earlier
Read more →If you’re burying your head in the sand about Making Tax Digital, you might want to start preparing for the upcoming changes, which are now only a matter of months away. Making Tax Digital is the government initiative which aims to transform the tax system, helping ensure
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