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Why Interest isn’t always simple

Before you think we’re about to go into a discussion of the differences between simple and compound interest, this isn’t that sort of an article. Instead we’re going to take a look at how interest rates impact on a variety of aspects of financial planning and why how something is named doesn’t necessarily reflect what something is.

17 Jun 2022

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Why Interest isn’t always simple - news article image

Why Interest isn’t always simple

Before you think we’re about to go into a discussion of the differences between simple and compound interest, this isn’t that sort of an article. Instead we’re going to take a look at how interest rates impact on a variety of aspects of financial planning and why how something is named doesn’t necessarily reflect what something is.

17 Jun 2022

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When can I retire?

Following on from my colleague Charlie’s article covering exit planning, it is clear that there are seismic shifts in the marketplace with a number of opportunities being seized off the back of the Covid pandemic.

14 Jun 2022

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Exiting via a Solvent Liquidation

My colleague Charlie, in his recent article, discussed the fact that exit-planning has come to the fore for many business owners as a result of Covid. Numerous of these sales will have been facilitated through an asset sale rather than a share sale, in which case the monies will need to be withdrawn from the company and distributed to the shareholders.

8 Jun 2022

DFK welcomes new executive director - news article image

DFK welcomes new executive director

A Oxford based firm has welcomed the appointment of a major international accountant as executive director at its global association.

6 Jun 2022

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Opportunistic market and reflection-time leads to exit planning abundance

As previously mentioned in my article Seeking funding or investment from a position of strength the SME market for mergers and acquisitions have resumed to pre Covid levels. I speculated this was due to a build-up of cash reserves as a result of lack of investment during periods of high scepticism and risk in the market.

31 May 2022

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Hiving off unsuccessful business elements

Over the course of the last couple of years, most companies have had to learn, very quickly, how to adapt to new and constantly changing business conditions and demands.

17 May 2022

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Seeking funding or investment from a position of strength

“Fail to prepare – prepare to fail” an age-old statement I’m sure most of us have heard from parents or teachers along the way.

16 May 2022

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Shaw Gibbs introduce Dext Prepare

At Shaw Gibbs we pride ourselves on our key values, Expert, Respectful, Innovative and Collaborative, and are always looking at ways in which we can enhance our services.

13 May 2022

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The rise of the Covid-preneur

Amidst the challenges that the pandemic has bought, many opportunities have unfolded. The number of business start-ups has for example, reached new records as entrepreneurial-minded individuals have seen an opportunity to strike out on their own.

9 May 2022

End of temporary winding up restrictions - news article image

End of temporary winding up restrictions

Amongst the various temporary measures to help protect companies affected by Covid were a number of insolvency restrictions.

31 Mar 2022

Tips for exiting landlords – winding up - news article image

Tips for exiting landlords – winding up

Are you ready for an exit? Have you completed a development, need to divide a property portfolio between stakeholders or ready to retire?

29 Mar 2022

DFK ranked sixth largest association in the world - news article image

DFK ranked sixth largest association in the world

DFK International has been ranked as the sixth largest association in the world by a leading industry magazine.

28 Mar 2022

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Tips for investment landlords - incorporating a portfolio

The government have introduced various methods over the past few years to discourage individuals from owning multiple residential properties, such as implementing an additional 3% Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on second properties.

24 Mar 2022

Spring Statement 2022 – the cost of living mini-budget - news article image

Spring Statement 2022 – the cost of living mini-budget

As expected, the Spring Statement addressed the cost of living crisis and inflation hitting a 30 year high. Some of this has stemmed from the countless billions used to protect businesses and individuals from the brutal impact of Covid lockdowns. Equally, we are in the throes of supply-chain issues and additional costs as a result of the war in Ukraine and of course, the hangover form Brexit.

23 Mar 2022

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VAT records for Making Tax Digital

From the 1st of April 2022, all VAT registered businesses that have taxable turnover more than £85,000 must abide by the Making Tax Digital for VAT (MTD) rules by making their tax records digital.

23 Mar 2022

Tips for landlords - ensuring tax efficiency - news article image

Tips for landlords - ensuring tax efficiency

Firstly, it is important to claim allowable expenses as a deduction against rental income received, our ‘First time landlord’ article discusses these.

17 Mar 2022

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Tips for investment landlords - building a portfolio

The objectives of building a property portfolio are primarily to scale monthly rental income and to hold properties for capital appreciation. A property portfolio can be built in a number of different ownership structures such as individuals, partnerships and companies.

16 Mar 2022

Tips for first time landlords – Paying Income Tax - news article image

Tips for first time landlords – Paying Income Tax

If you are renting your own house or even rooms within the property you live in, it is important to remember that you are classed as a landlord and therefore there are some obligations you may have to adhere to.

14 Mar 2022

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