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The changing tax landscape

The latest Budget has laid out significant changes that will reshape the tax liabilities for investors, company directors, property owner...

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Getting your business on track in 2026

Now we’re well into the New Year, what plans can you put in place, in 2026, to help your business thrive?

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Spotlight on shareholders’ agreements

A shareholders’ agreement is a contract between the owners (shareholders) of a company - here's why you need one

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Lowdown on electric vehicles

There’s no doubt, that running an electric vehicle isn’t the clear-cut, cost-efficient option it used to be.

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Swindon networking – February 10th 2026

Come along to our free networking breakfast at our Swindon head office, on Tuesday 10th February 2026.

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Cheltenham networking – January 13th 2026

Come along to our free networking breakfast in Cheltenham on Tuesday 13th January 2026. Time: 9-10.30am Venue:...

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Budget 2025: our reaction

The latest budget has introduced many changes. You can find out more here by watching our Optimum Live special or reading our summary.

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Don’t get caught out by VAT threshold

The VAT threshold rose last year, but not by inflation, and there are still concerns business could get caught out.

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Who pays Stamp Duty Land Tax and how much is levied?

While we await news of changes in the Budget to Stamp Duty Land Tax – if, indeed, any changes are made – here is a rundown on the current...

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Update on Winter Fuel Payments

From winter 2025, the eligibility criteria for Winter Fuel Payments in England, Wales and Northern Ireland,...

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Moving house or business?

Are you looking to move home or business before the end of the year? Here are 6 conveyancing pitfalls to avoid

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Optimum: LIVE Episode 22 – MTD for ITSA – Wh...

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment is coming - find out what it means for you, if you have earnings outside of PAYE.

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