Insights

Written by Founders for Founders.

Trading whilst insolvent, what are the consequences? 29 Mar 2019 Bookkeeping, Tax - In order to try and avoid personal liability when trading whilst insolvent, it is vital that directors seek professional advice as soon as possible, and initiate preventative measures in order to protect themselves.
Directors’ NICs – the correct way to pay 29 Mar 2019 Tax - Company directors often have greater scope to influence the time and amount of payments they receive as earnings. They have the possibility to avoid primary Class 1 contribution liability by astute use of the earnings period rules.
Competition Policies need an update to avoid unfair dominance of tech giants 29 Mar 2019 Opinion, Policy, Tech - An Expert Panel concluded that tech giants do not face adequate competition, and this is an issue that must be addressed with relevant policies in order to ensure that companies operate to optimise customers' choice and benefit.
Accelerator or Incubator – What’s the difference? 29 Mar 2019 Strategy - Start-up Incubators and Accelerators often assume similar roles in the early stages of a company. However there are several differences between the two.
Employees – claim a tax deduction for expenses 20 Mar 2019 Employment, Tax - Employees may be able to obtain a tax relief on expenses that are not covered by their employer, when these are incurred "wholly, exclusively and necessarily in the performance of the duties of the employment."
James Beddows – Founder of RideTo 12 Mar 2019 Clients - James Beddows started RideTo after having a terrible experience while trying to obtain a motorcycle driver's license. He told us all about his journey as a Founder.
SaaS Exit Revenue Multiples for 2018 12 Mar 2019 Exit, Tech - M&A deals involving SaaS reached 989 in 2018, up 19% from 2017. The median twelve-month revenue multiple was 4.3x, varying significantly between categories.
InsurTech firm Inshur featured in Oxbow Impact 25 father successful Series A 12 Mar 2019 Awards, Clients - We're delighted that our InsurTech client Inshur has completed their Series A just before being featured in prestigious high-growth list Oxbow Impact 25.
Overdrawn director’s loan accounts 11 Mar 2019 Bookkeeping, Tax - When running a business the directors, might need borrow money from the company or vice versa. These transactions should be tracked via the director’s loan account.
The CGT annual exemption – use it or lose it! 11 Mar 2019 Deadlines, Tax - The most common method to minimise Capital Gains Tax liability is to ensure that the annual exemption is fully utilised.
Do Start-up Accelerators really Accelerate Start-ups? 11 Mar 2019 Strategy - There are over 130 active startup accelerators in the UK. They have been increasing for the past 5 years, but what is their real impact on a firms's growth?
Tax-Free Health & Fitness Benefits For Your Employees 6 Mar 2019 Employment, Tax - Employers are allowed tax breaks and exemptions to offer health and fitness at work, in order to prevent work-related illness and injuries.