How can small businesses compete with the big chains?

In tough economic times, small businesses can struggle. Big multinational chains often have the scale to undercut local competitors and survive even when times get tough. What can small businesses do to retain and attract customers in a competitive market? Identify...

10 hot questions to ask yourself as a business owner

Running a busy and successful business means you often don’t have the time to step back and work ON the business. This can be a challenge if your aim is to grow and scale the company. As experienced professional Accountants, we know the value of taking the time to ask...

Plain English guide to cashflow

What is cashflow? Cashflow refers to the movement of money into and out of your business over a specific period. In the most basic terms, cashflow is the process of cash moving out of the business (cash outflows), and cash coming into the business (cash inflows). The...

Q3 Newsletter – August 2023

As it gets closer to the end of the year, we’re excited to share a handpicked collection of resources and updates to brighten up your day. Just in case you missed it, our recent webinar about personal budgeting is now just a click away. Dive in whenever you have...

Which business expenses can you claim against tax?

Incurring business expenses is an unavoidable fact of running a successful business. But which expenses can you claim tax deductions against and which don’t meet the tax-free criteria? Here’s our lowdown on which expenses you can claim against tax. Which business...

Business Growth – Have you got a plan?

Business growth doesn’t need to mean more risk, more hours and more headaches. It may be as simple as identifying where the opportunities for growth are in your business and industry. Once you’ve done this you can establish what you and your team are going to...

Your Personal Budget

Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by your finances, unsure of where your hard-earned money is going, or constantly struggling to make ends meet? The solution lies in a powerful tool that can transform your financial life – the Personal Budget. Contrary to...

How to apply for a business loan

Do you think a business loan will take your business to the next level, but daunted by the loan process? You’re not alone. There’s a lot of paperwork and number-crunching involved. Before you get started, remember that banks wants your application to...