Invoice fraud, affecting one in three companies, involves deceptive practices that trick businesses into making payments to fraudulent accounts. As fraudsters’ techniques become more sophisticated, businesses must understand their tactics and the potential impact on operations. Here are some common techniques used by fraudsters: Fake invoices: Fraudsters create counterfeit invoices that appear legitimate. They might […]
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Taxes on the rise: A certainty, not a possibility
The new UK Government has been formed. Despite the Labour Party’s campaign and pledges around keeping tax rises to a minimum, expert opinion suggests that future rises are inevitable. The inevitability of higher taxes For the foreseeable future, the freeze on most tax thresholds is likely to remain in place. The thresholds’ freeze means that […]
Read moreInside the private equity boom
Private equity investment has been a significant force in the financial world for some time. However, the nature of private equity has changed considerably in the last few years and it’s worth knowing how this may affect your business. Background Traditionally, private equity involved investment firms raising funds from investors to acquire stakes in companies. […]
Read moreEmployee share schemes: Retaining and rewarding through tax-advantaged plans
Employee share schemes have become increasingly popular over the last few years, particularly with start-ups, scale-ups and tech companies.
Read moreThe complexities of property tax – what you need to know
Property tax isn’t just a numbers game—it’s a crucial part of owning real estate.
Read moreInternational expansion and investment in your business
In the words of Sarah Squires, Partner at MGI Midgley Snelling LLP: “No business goes global on its own.”
Read moreInward investment and the role of non-domiciled individuals
This is a challenging time for ‘non-doms’ in the UK – those individuals who reside in the UK but are registered non-domiciled for the purposes of tax on overseas income.
Read moreAre you ready for changes to LLP salaried member rules?
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has issued its updated guidance on salaried members in limited liability partnerships (LLPs), in relation to capital contributions. Currently, LLPs incorporate elements of both partnerships and limited companies, limiting the liabilities of each partner to the amount of capital they put into the business. Partners are typically considered to be […]
Read moreNew accounting practices outlined for LLPs
The Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies (CCAB) has released the 2024 edition of its Statement of Recommended Practice Accounting (SORP) for Limited Liability Partnerships (LLPs). CCAB is appointed by the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) to oversee the SORP for LLPs, ensuring that such businesses can present financial statements and accounts similar to those of other […]
Read moreUsing an iPhone? Keep an eye out for tax refund scammers
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has warned that a new wave of fraudulent text messages is targeting taxpayers using iPhones, claiming that recipients are owed tax refunds and must supply personal information to receive them. Some recipients are also being asked to follow a link to access their refund, which is disguised to appear legitimate. […]
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