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Fearing a call from the tax man?

For most business owners, the thought of a tax investigation by HMRC is a daunting one - the answer is tax investigation insurance.

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Things to Consider Before Selling a Business Optim...

Thinking of selling your business? In this episode of Optimum: LIVE, Chris and Michael explore the essential steps every business owner s...

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Time for your team

It's important as an employer to look after your team, but make sure that - when you're giving out rewards and benefits - you don't fall ...

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Business for sale!

Thinking of selling your business? Here are some key considerations to take into account.

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Networking breakfast, Swindon, 14.10.25

Come along to our free networking breakfast on Tuesday 14th October 2025. Time: 7.30-9am Venue: Vicarage...

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Networking breakfast Cheltenham 9.9.25

Come along to our free networking breakfast in Cheltenham on Tuesday 9th September 2025. Time: 9-10.30am Venue:...

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Increase in NI begins to bite

We’re four months into the new financial year and it’s now that those rising costs of employing staff may begin to bite.

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Introducing MTD for ITSA

From April 2026, HMRC is introducing changes to reporting income tax for sole traders, self-employed people and landlords, who file their...

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NICs mistake could increase bills

HMRC has admitted a software error which may result in people being overcharged Class 2 National Insurance contributions

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ID check introduced for directors

New rules have been introduced requiring all company directors to verify their identity with Companies House.

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Remuneration for a director

How do you pay yourself an income as a company director? With a salary, or dividends or both? Now is a good time to review this.

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The rental property question - business or personal

Should I buy my rental property through a company ...

Should you buy a rental property through a company or in your own name? It’s a huge decision - and not a simple one. In this episode of ...

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