Our cloud accounting specialists have been getting very excited about the new Stripe Bank Feed feature which has now been integrated into Xero. Here we explain why it’s such good news for Xero users.
Archives for 2019
Asia Briefing – December 2019
A round-up of the latest business updates from Asia published by our international partner Dezan Shira & Associates.
Driving down company car tax – 0% company car tax on electric vehicles from April 2020
If you’ve been thinking about switching your company car to an electric vehicle, the forthcoming change to the tax rate might just make up your mind. From next April, drivers will pay 0% company car tax on electric vehicles, as part of new efforts to encourage the switch to greener models.
Hiring non-UK workers after Brexit – The Immigration White Paper
The general election is fast approaching, and the main parties have been setting out their proposals for key issues such as health and education. It appears Brexit is still a very hot topic and one that may be front of mind if your business hires workers from within the EU. RfM’s Lead HR Consultant, Diane Johnson, explains what you need to know if you will be hiring non-UK workers after we leave the EU.
Selling a family business – Moduflow Fan Systems
We recently visited Moduflow Fan Systems in Barrow to learn more about how RfM Accountants has supported owners Ron and Beryl Whitworth to sell the family business they built together from scratch. Our video case study provides an insight into what can be done to prepare a business for future sale, attract the right buyers and achieve maximum value.
People Power – introducing RfM HR Services
Ask any business owner what aspect of running their business causes them the most headaches and you will receive a common answer: their staff. From finding the right people to keeping records, drafting handbooks and dealing with issues in conduct, having employees requires specialist knowledge, skills and time that you may not have. As part of our commitment to provide comprehensive support to our business clients, we have introduced a range of HR services delivered via our colleagues at RfM Business Consulting.
New 30-day CGT payment window for residential property sales
Next April brings yet more change for residential property owners. From the start of the new tax year, a new 30-day CGT payment window will be introduced. This change will mainly apply to sales of second homes or rental property.
Positive Rental Attitude – 9 tips for buy-to-let Landlords
The pressure on buy-to-let landlords continues to grow and they have more legal obligations than ever before. If you are thinking about getting into buy to let, these 9 top tips will help you stay on top of your responsibilities.
Asia Briefing – Autumn 2019
A round-up of the latest business updates from Asia published by our international partner Dezan Shira & Associates.
Asia Briefing – August 2019
A round-up of the latest business updates from Asia published by our international partner Dezan Shira & Associates.
VAT reverse charge – new accounting rules for builders from 1 March
After two changes of deadline, the new VAT accounting procedures (known as the VAT reverse charge) for builders will be introduced on 1 March 2021. Here we explain the changes and what they may mean for your construction business.
Tax Investigation Service – protect against the costs of an HMRC enquiry
There are many reasons why you might be selected for a visit from HMRC, including simple bad luck. While you may not be able to avoid a visit from the taxman – you can avoid the cost of professional fees incurred over the course of an HMRC tax investigation.*
Why use a Trust as well as a Will?
Making a Will brings peace of mind that your loved ones will receive the inheritance you wish to give them in the future. However, a Will alone does not always protect against the ‘what ifs’: those unexpected yet common life events that could lead to your loved ones losing their inheritance. Here we look at the benefits of using a Trust alongside a Will to make a formidable estate plan.
Growth Strategy for Busy Smaller businesses
RfM Business Consulting has launched a new Business Growth Strategy package tailored specifically to the needs of smaller businesses (five people or fewer). We have found that many smaller companies – who are often busy and doing well – don’t have the time or the expertise to develop a plan for how they will move their business on to the next level.
Asia Briefing – July 2019
A round-up of the latest business updates published by our international partner Dezan Shira & Associates.