Salary v Dividends – How should you pay yourself in 2026?
Now that the self‑assessment deadline has passed, many directors are taking a fresh look at how they take profits from their companies. The choice between salary and dividends isn’t just about “what saves the most tax.” It also affects pensions, state benefits, borrowing ability, and long‑term financial planning.
Funding Business Growth
Finances and funding are a vital aspect of successful business growth. Martin Brown, our CEO, looks at some key questions business owners have on this topic.
How SMEs can make savings
After 14 consecutive months of interest rate rises up to September 2023 and no changes yet in 2024, along with generally tough financial conditions for SMEs, what practical steps can you take to make savings?
The CCO who stole Christmas
(but had some great advice for SMEs heading into 2024) Many SMEs are under real pressure at the moment, ou
5 Ways to Speed Up Cashflow from Your Trade Debtors
Trade debtors are other businesses that owe money to your company for goods or services you’ve provided. Wh
How bad business credit affects your supplier relationships
Maintaining healthy relationships with suppliers is important for success for many businesses. Your busines
Business intelligence for start-ups: how to tell your story in numbers
A detailed financial plan for your small business can help you understand what drives its success and secur
What does the Budget mean for SMEs?
Our CEO, Martin Brown, shares his musings and thoughts about what we heard. The headlines: Avoiding the not
Profitability vs growth: what makes a ‘quality’ company?
For businesses today, it’s no longer about growth at all costs – you must improve the elements that make up