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All the latest changes to tax legislation- important tax dates and deadlines, Help-Sheets on managing your personal finances, business news & opinion, as well as updates on what’s happening at Rawcliffe’s.
The Spring Statement 2022
In our newsletter, we provide an outline of the main areas of taxation covered in the Spring Statement. We have also included our observations on the more important changes, together with any planning points that may arise. In addition, we have included a detailed calendar of the most important dates for 2022/23 that will help you with tax planning ahead of time.
Planning To Sell Your Business In 2022?
Now that the economy is starting to recover, this could be a good time to think about selling your business. Remember that under the current capital gains rules, the first £1 million of an individual’s gains potentially qualify for a 10% rate of tax, provided business asset disposal relief applies.
Full Customs Controls Started On 1 January 2022
HMRC have written to traders with a reminder of the changes coming into force from 1 January 2022 and how they might affect the way goods are imported and exported between Great Britain and the EU.
Top Tips For Building Trust Among Your Team
To build a high performing business, managers need to cultivate trust among the whole team.
What The Metaverse Could Mean For Business
The concept of the Metaverse is quickly becoming a buzzword in technology and in business, but what does it actually mean?
Budgeting for an Uncertain Year Ahead
As we come to the end of 2021, its time to start thinking about the budget for next year. One thing is certain - uncertainty.
How Can You Raise Your Prices Without Losing Customers?
The current business environment is incredibly competitive but as we emerge from the pandemic, consumer demand is increasing and many sectors have seen labour and material costs rise. As demand increases and levels of supply fall, businesses have an opportunity to increase their prices.
The Growth Plan 2022
The Chancellor Rishi Sunak presented his third Budget on 27 October 2021. In his speech he set out the plans to “build back better” with ambitions to level up and reduce regional inequality.
Becoming a More Eco Friendly Business
Buying habits are changing as people seek to minimise their impact on the natural environment. By incorporating eco-friendly ideas into your business, you can align your brand’s ethos with that of your customer base.
Rawcliffe’s New Business Kit 2021/22
The Financial, Tax and Accounting Considerations of Starting a New Business
Useful Health and Wellbeing Apps
It’s been a stressful year for all of us. Here are some of the best health and wellbeing apps which can help you to restore your focus, motivation and productivity.
Stop Networking And Focus On Connecting
Businesses that have survived the pandemic may have burned up their cash reserves or taken on additional debt to finance themselves throughout the last 18 months.
Unlimited Holiday
Unlimited holiday allowance is becoming an increasingly popular benefit. Such policies are particularly popular with American tech businesses such as Netflix, LinkedIn, and the like.
UK Trade Tariff | Customs Declarations| Postponed VAT
Businesses can delay sending HMRC full information about goods by up to 175 days before the deadline of 31 December 2021. After that full customs declarations must be made at the point of import for all goods.
Protecting Your Business Against Fraud
Invoice fraud is on the rise and while not a particularly new scam, it can be catastrophic for businesses who fall victim to it.
What is Crowdfunding?
Crowdfunding is becoming more popular with startup and early-stage businesses which can often struggle to secure funding from traditional lenders such as banks or financial institutions.
How To Pivot Your Business Strategy
Many firms have had to pivot their business strategy due to the current market conditions. In order to pivot your strategy, you will need to start by doing your research, reassessing your current business model and building a new approach from there.