The key to social success

The key to social success Social media is playing an increasingly important role for many small businesses. But it’s a confusing world out there! Web specialist EMMA WOODS offers five top tips for making the most of the new technology.

AISMA – Doctor Newsline

The Spring 2016 edition of AISMA Doctor Newsline, the newsletter for GPs and practice managers, published by our membership organisation, the Association of Independent Specialist Medical Accountants is now available.

Spring Budget Report 2016

George Osborne presented the first Spring Budget of this parliament on Wednesday 16th March 2016.

Spring 2016 Newsletter

Our lead article ‘New tax dangers when buying residential property’ warns of the extra charges that may arise from April 2016 on certain property transactions. Supplementary rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax or Land and Buildings Transaction Tax may apply to some property purchases in the UK.

AISMA – Doctor Newsline

AISMA – Doctor Newsline

Start your business by the book

You’ve launched a new business and are optimistic about the future. Perhaps you want to focus on the development of your product or service, or on marketing it to prospective customers. Unfortunately, however, day-to-day bookkeeping is an essential part of every successful start-up. You ignore it at your peril argues Emma Woods of Bolton accountancy firm Barlow Andrews.

Taking the pain out of payroll

Outsourcing your payroll run can help reduce errors, says Chris Harland of Bolton-based accountancy firm Barlow Andrews. At the same time, it can ensure you comply with ever-more complex regulations.

AISMA – Doctor Newsline

AISMA – Doctor Newsline

Too much capital? Your company may have more options than you thought

For some years now, it’s been possible to reduce the capital in your company without going to court. More owners could probably take advantage of the freedom on offer, argues chartered accountant Mark Pearson of Barlow Andrews.

Buy to let: still an attractive proposition?

If you’re someone who rents out residential property – or you’re considering it – it’s important to take stock of some important changes in the July Budget, writes Philip Riding of chartered accountants Barlow Andrews.