Vale & West Chartered Accountants Blog

Financial techniques to maximise your business’ growth

To successfully grow your business, you need to not only know your current business position but also where you want to be in three or five years’ time.

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Implications for businesses amid soaring pension tax relief

Recent statistics reveal a significant increase in the amount of annual pension tax relief, exceeding £50 billion for the first time.

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HMRC reminds restaurants and takeaways of VAT obligations on hot food

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has recently issued letters to restaurant and takeaway businesses across the country, emphasising the importance of correctly applying VAT on hot food.

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Understanding Inheritance Tax and the implications for your finances 

Inheritance Tax (IHT) can be a sensitive and uncertain topic when discussing with loved ones, but it is something that cannot and should not be avoided. 

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Understanding Capital Gains Tax on property investments

Investing in property can be a lucrative venture, but it’s essential to understand the implications of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) on these investments to protect your investments from unexpected costs. 

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Understanding IAS 32 – A guide for business owners

Accounting standards that impact businesses’ financial reporting are prone to the odd reshuffle every now and then, so it is important for business owners to stay informed.

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Year-end tax planning strategies for #SmallBusinessSaturday

As we approach the 31 January 2024 tax return deadline, it’s crucial for sole traders, to be well-prepared and aware of your obligations.

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How does your locus of control influence entrepreneurial success?

Running a small business involves a lot more than juggling logistics. Knowing how to tackle and overcome challenges is an essential aspect of entrepreneurship.

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How SMEs should prepare for and handle tax investigations

Between the 2020/21 and 2022/23 tax years, there was a 21 per cent rise in tax investigations into SMEs, highlighting the fact that HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has ramped up its interest in this area. 

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How to use the new HMRC app for your tax returns

For small businesses navigating the Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA) initiative, tax returns can be complex.

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