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From government-announced changes and their impact on the business world, to the latest accounting technology and how you can use it to your advantage, we cover all aspects of business, tax and accounting news – just read on to find out more.
making tax digital
Since April 2019, most VAT-registered businesses have had new digital tax requirements under Making Tax Digital (MTD), and more changes could be coming soon. Here’s all you need to know about the scheme.
MTD milestones
How MTD has developed over time, and what could happen next.
Business impacts
How digital accounting could change your business, and how to prepare.
key features
The benefits of online accounting, and how it can improve your processes.
Trusted online tools
Why we recommend Xero and Receipt Bank as MTD-compatible tools.
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Growing a restaurant business is exciting, but it’s hard work too, and riddled with risks and complexity.
Our eBook ‘5 big problems of running a restaurant or café’ will get you on the right path from the start, covering the biggest challenges faced by today’s restaurateurs, and what you can do to resolve them.
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We take a real interest in all things tax, technology and business management, and we think it’s important to share what we know. Read on for our views and analysis of the latest changes affecting the restaurant and cafĂ© industry, and for guidance on key issues.
How a Business Credit Card Can Help You to Better Manage Cash Flow
As we edge ever closer towards a completely cashless society, credit cards are becoming more and more necessary. Business credit cards are also...
Here’s How to Stop Burning Through Your Start-up Budget
Most entrepreneurs are all too familiar with the rather depressing failure rate of startup businesses; research by Investopedia found that 50% fail...
7 Ways to Grow Your Food and Beverage Business
Getting your food and beverage business up and running is one thing; growing it is quite another. As a business owner, your attention is often...
5 Ways to Grow Your Food & Beverage Business Without Breaking the Bank
Small business growth often requires hefty investment, but there are ways of growing and improving your Restaurant/Cafe business without spending a...
How to Reduce the Impact of Food Shortages Upon Your Business
Food shortages are never welcome news, especially for food and beverage business owners. However, with McDonald’s running out of milkshakes and...
Cash Flow vs Profit: What’s the Difference and Which is More Important?
It’s the age-old debate: cash flow or profit? Whilst the two are undoubtedly related, they are certainly not the same thing and business owners must...
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