Accounting for Start-ups
Did you know that around 500,000 to 700,000 new businesses are launched annually in the UK, with 77 launching every hour? The start-up world has grown exponentially over recent years, and there are currently over [...]
How can SaaS or software companies maximise their Research and Development (R&D) Tax credit claim from HMRC
The UK’s generous R&D tax credits scheme is available to technology firms, ranging from tech startups all the way through to the country’s most prestigious names.
Best London accounting firms for tech companies
If you're a technology company in London looking for an accountancy firm who understands your needs, you should go for an accountancy firm that is specialised in your field. Find out why.
Who can use the SEIS tax scheme?
One of the most common questions we receive from businesses looking for investments are in regards of the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) and in particular who is eligible for the scheme.
A recent encounter
Let me tell you about a recent encounter I had with a business owner (to save his blushes, we’ll call him Pete) whom I met at a networking event last week. Over a beer, Pete [...]
One year old and time to grow up
To help celebrate Disrupts first birthday, we have summarised the challenges that a one year old startup most commonly faces and the questions that founders will have to tackle. Let us know whether you agree [...]
What makes a start-up successful?
At a recent event, I was asked to provide five key factors that help determine whether a start-up succeeds. Here’s my list – see whether you agree! Ensure You Have A High Quality Business Idea [...]
What you need to know when seeking funding from Venture Capitalists
Venture Capital concept image with business icons and copyspace. If you’re seeking funding from Venture Capitalists (or “VCs”) there are certain things any company director needs to know in advance: VCs are not [...]
What’s the best way to incentivise your employees?
We all know the importance of incentivising people to ensure that their performance and loyalty is being rewarded, but few people are clear on what is the best way to structure such an incentive plan. [...]
The Financial Deadlines Every Company Should Know
There are many financial deadlines that company directors need to know and manage. In an ideal world your accountant will be managing this aspect of the business on your behalf, but how do you know [...]
Key Performance Indicators That Help Maximise Sales
Most people are familiar with the term Key Performance Indicators (or “KPI”s), and know that they are a simple way of determining how your business is performing against its objectives. However, few businesses are actually [...]
How a startup can be socially responsible and save money
It's now widely accepted that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is not only good for society, but makes sound commercial sense as well. So how can a startup be socially responsible when it's operating on the [...]
5 Top Tips for Pitching to Investors
There are three fundamental things that any business must have to be a success – an idea, the right people and the necessary resources to make it happen. The most important resource of all is [...]
Opening the cookie jar – How can a startup secure funding?
Featured in Disrupts Magazine - (http://www.disrupts.co.uk/) Although the costs of launching a startup have fallen substantially, surveys[1] have shown that access to finance remains the top issue for founders. Entrepreneurs recognise the need for funding [...]
R&D Tax Credits (and how your tech startup can qualify and benefit)
Technological innovations are one of the main drivers for change in our society. Think of all the changes that you have witnessed in recent years which are in large part due to technological development; Oystercards, [...]
Make the most of SEIS
Featured in Disrupts Magazine (http://www.disrupts.co.uk/) So, you’re a startup and you’ve bootstrapped your idea for the first few months. You now have the building blocks ready, but you need investment to make it happen. Unfortunately, [...]
Tax Chaos: Developers Not Aware Of Video Games Tax Relief
8 out of 10 Developers unaware of this recently introduced tax break 8 out of 10 Video Games Developers unaware of recently introduced tax break “Video Games Tax Relief”, which came into force on 1 April [...]
r&d tax credits: It’s official – 30% increase in companies making a successful claim
r&d tax credits – one of 9 schemes you should know about R&D Tax Credits: Have You Claimed Yet? (Your Competitors May Have) Small companies received £600 million in successful R&D tax credits claims. Number of [...]
Congratulations to Metric’s “Business Of The Year 2014”
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Accounting Services – what does a high growth Small Business need?
Are you getting the Accounting Services that you need, asks James Richardson. […]
5 Best Business Books for Small Business Owners
Here are the absolute 5 best business books for small business owners, helping you succeed in business, says James Richardson. […]
Provide financial ‘peace of mind’ for a creative studio
Homemade London Ltd provides creative workshops for people and parties of all abilities. Nicola Barron, a director at Homemade London Ltd, is a lady of many passions, being a self-confessed fashion design junkie and [...]
Horsegate – what lessons can small businesses learn?
Over recent weeks, the discovery of horsemeat in beef products has led to a range of processed foods being withdrawn from sale across Europe. This story has continued to grow and shows no signs of [...]
Salary sacrifice – what is it?
Salary sacrifice can reduce your personal tax bill and save your business NI contributions. But the amount of tax that can be saved varies widely. How can you get the best result? […]
Business growth in nine easy steps
Every business owner should be focused on growth. Growth not only increases profits, it also boosts the value of your business. Here are nine quick and easy ways to grow your business. Put them into [...]
Kick-start your business
Whether your business is a start-up or a veteran, here are 4 ways to get your business off to a flyer this Autumn…increasing profitability, saving you time and reducing your costs. […]