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Buying a second home? Watch out for the new SDLT increase

With the Government’s announcement of a two per cent rise in Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on second homes, buyers now face a five per cent surcharge on additional property purchases. For aspiring property investors or those looking to expand their portfolios, it is essential to consider strategies to offset this increased expense. Firstly, you […]

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Leaving work? Have you got a plan in place?

Without having a clear financial plan for when you retire, there is a risk that you will run out of funds or face unexpected financial pressures in your post-work years. A good plan ensures that your retirement is comfortable, stress-free, and allows you to enjoy the things you have worked hard for. We recommend that […]

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Businesses left to pick up the tab for Employment Rights Bill

The Government estimates that new obligations placed on employers under the Employment Rights Bill could result in substantial compliance costs – totalling around £5 billion. The Bill will introduce a ban on many zero-hour contracts and extend day one employment rights across several areas, such as protection from unfair dismissal and parental leave. For employers, […]

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Bad debts on the rise – Time to crack down

As we approach the end of the year, one trend has become increasingly concerning for UK businesses – debts are on the rise. According to a recent report, small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have seen the value of bad debt surge by 127 per cent over the past six months. This figure is alarmingly high, […]

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Employers squeezed as wages and National Insurance rise

In Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ 2024 Autumn Budget, she announced over £40 billion of tax increases, as the Government attempts to fill a £22 billion gap in public finances. The headline measure was a rise in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs), from 13.8 per cent (where applicable) to 15 per cent. The Chancellor also reduced the […]

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Autumn Budget 2024

A new Government, a new Chancellor and a new approach to the UK’s fiscal policies. Rachel Reeves entered her first Budget with a strong message that her measures would lead to “an economy that is growing, creating wealth and opportunity for all”. To achieve this, she made it clear that the “only way to drive [...]

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