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Setting SMART Goals for the Year Ahead
The start of a new year is an ideal time to reassess business priorities.
This blog outlines how the SMART goals framework can help turn broad intentions into clear, achievable objectives that drive measurable progress.
Mileage claims: what business owners need to know (and how to get them right)
Mileage claims sound simple, but getting them wrong can cost tax or create HMRC risk.
This guide explains HMRC mileage allowance rules, rates, VAT, and common mistakes to avoid.
Autumn Budget 2025: Actions to take to manage your tax
The Autumn Budget 2025 introduces higher investment taxes, new pension limits and updated EMI and EOT rules.
Review your remuneration, dividend timing and pension strategy now to stay tax-efficient. These are the key actions to take after the Autumn Budget.
Three years at Agency Hackers Ibiza – What have we learned?
After three years at Agency Hackers Ibiza, one lesson stands out: the most successful agencies combine creativity with commercial confidence. From measuring ROI to mastering profit and pricing, here’s what we’ve learned about building agencies that last.
Spring Statement 2025: No New Tax Changes, But What Should Businesses Be Watching?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Spring Statement brought no new tax changes, offering a brief respite for businesses.
However, with UK growth forecasts halved to 1% for 2025 and economic pressures mounting, there’s plenty to watch. From rising employment costs to potential opportunities in defence and housing, businesses—especially agencies—must stay proactive.
Here’s what you need to know.
Finances with Otto Bookkeeping
Otto Bookkeeping is the smart, AI-powered solution that takes the hassle out of financial management. Automate transaction matching, save time, and keep your agency’s finances organized with ease.
Skiing, Spreadsheets, and Synergy: Key Takeaways from the Finance Takes The Piste Trip
Finance Takes The Piste wasn’t just about skiing—it was about innovation, collaboration, and redefining finance. Between AI discussions and après-ski chats, the real takeaway was clear: tech isn’t just about efficiency; it’s about shaping the future.
Is an EMI Scheme the Right Move for your Business?
Learn how EMI schemes help businesses retain talent, drive growth, and stay tax-efficient while exploring alternative incentives.
How to use the holidays to recharge and reflect on your business.
5 ways you can use this time to recharge and reflect and be ready to start the new year with the energy you need to hit your goals.
Food and Entertaining – What can be claimed?
Entertaining can involve eating, drinking and other hospitality. In most cases, other than staff entertaining, the cost of business entertainment is not tax-deductible nor is the VAT recoverable.
Why you need better bookkeeping in your business
As an ambitious business owner, you’ll want to work with an accountant who can show you how to make your business more efficient and profitable. This means having access to numbers you can trust and which are available right when you need them.