Author Archive Vale & West

Understanding ESG investments – What should you know?

July 20, 2023 Comments Off on Understanding ESG investments – What should you know? By Vale & West

The financial landscape in the UK, as well as globally, is in a constant state of change.

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Adapting your business plan for the summer

July 19, 2023 Comments Off on Adapting your business plan for the summer By Vale & West

With the summer holidays nearly here, small businesses, especially in the hospitality industry, face a distinct set of challenges.

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How businesses can tackle late payments while preserving business relationships

July 18, 2023 Comments Off on How businesses can tackle late payments while preserving business relationships By Vale & West

There can be nothing more frustrating for business owners than waiting on payments from clients.

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Ensuring your small business is prepared for the future

July 13, 2023 Comments Off on Ensuring your small business is prepared for the future By Vale & West

In the ever-changing business landscape that we see today, merely reacting to events as they occur is not enough.

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Preparing your business for a merger or acquisition

July 12, 2023 Comments Off on Preparing your business for a merger or acquisition By Vale & West

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are often completed to gain market share, increase revenue, or expand business amongst many other things.

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What expenses can limited companies and sole traders claim?

July 11, 2023 Comments Off on What expenses can limited companies and sole traders claim? By Vale & West

Whether you’re the owner of a limited company or a sole trader, it is important to understand the expenses you can claim and the tax savings that these expenses bring. 

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Exit strategies – What should you consider for when the time comes?

July 6, 2023 Comments Off on Exit strategies – What should you consider for when the time comes? By Vale & West

Exiting a business is a significant milestone for any entrepreneur or business owner.

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Are you aware of the Government’s Marriage Allowance?

July 5, 2023 Comments Off on Are you aware of the Government’s Marriage Allowance? By Vale & West

As of February 2023, HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) estimated that over two million people are unaware of the Marriage Allowance tax relief which could save them up to £252 a year.

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An overview of the Construction Industry Scheme and what it means for your business

July 4, 2023 Comments Off on An overview of the Construction Industry Scheme and what it means for your business By Vale & West

The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a Government initiative that allows contractors in the construction industry to deduct money from a subcontractor’s payments and pass it on to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).  

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Understanding salary and dividend payments for business owners and directors

June 29, 2023 Comments Off on Understanding salary and dividend payments for business owners and directors By Vale & West

As an owner or director, it may be possible for you to pay less tax on your income from your company through dividends.  

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