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Renewed conflict in the Middle East

Renewed conflict in the Middle East

Renewed conflict in the Middle East is already having knock on effects for the global economy, and UK business owners are likely to feel the impact through higher costs and increased uncertainty rather than direct disruption. The most immediate pressure point is...
AI and the future of work: why healthcare remains resilient

AI and the future of work: why healthcare remains resilient

As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in everyday business activity, many clients are asking how it might affect their industry and long term prospects. While some sectors face significant disruption, healthcare and social care stand out as the most resilient...
Filling in NIC contribution gaps

Filling in NIC contribution gaps

National Insurance credits can help qualifying applicants to fill contribution gaps in their National Insurance record. This can help taxpayers increase their number of qualifying National Insurance years, which may increase the number of benefits they are entitled...
How to claim child benefits

How to claim child benefits

An application to claim child benefits can usually be made 48 hours after you have registered the birth of your child, or once a child comes to live with you. An application for child benefit can be backdated for up to 3 months.  An application for child benefit...
Tax effects of letting out part of your home

Tax effects of letting out part of your home

If you have tenants living in your property, it is important to understand the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) implications. In most cases, there is no CGT to pay when you sell a property that has been your main residence, as the gain is covered by Private Residence Relief...