Card payments rocketed during the pandemic and that trend has continued since then. According to figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC), card payments account for four out of every five payments made. But as consumers switch, the soaring cost … Continue reading
Author Archives: Howard Roth
IR35 rules – What they are and why they matter
The status of IR35 or off-payroll working has caused some confusion since the repeals to reforms put forward by former Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng were subsequently scrapped by new Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. IR35 is tax legislation designed to deal with a … Continue reading
How to keep workplace gifts tax-free this Christmas
The season of goodwill is just around the corner as Christmas approaches. It is a time of year when employers look to reward their staff for their efforts throughout the year. But they should be aware that certain tax, National … Continue reading
How to protect your business from inflation
Inflation has been described as paying £15 for the £10 haircut you used to get for £5 when you had hair. It is soaring at the moment and leaves business owners facing real problems. If they increase their prices, they … Continue reading
What does Sterling’s historic value against the dollar mean for investment?
Sterling’s fall to close to parity with the dollar means that the cost of investing in UK businesses is lower than ever, especially for businesses and individuals based in the US or otherwise primarily trading in dollars. Simply put, their … Continue reading