Blog - Holeys

14-10-2026

Six months until MTD pulls in one million more taxpayers: What you need to do now

There are now six months until the scope for MTD for Income Tax opens up to sole traders and landlords earning over £30,000 ahead of 6 April

08-10-2026

Diesel and oil crisis: Is your business preparing for the unexpected?

A recent meeting with G7 leaders resulted in 100 million barrels of diesel and oil to be shared from reserves, following threats of oil embargoes and further

07-10-2026

Andy Burnham unveils a £210 million package to regenerate high streets: The ‘punishing’ tax burden’s impact on the high street

In late September, Andy Burnham announced a £210 million cash injection into high street regeneration to convert vacant, derelict buildings into cafes and community hubs. However, a

06-10-2026

Are your finances at risk of cyber-attack? Planning for the worst

According to the latest Hiscox Cyber Readiness Report, almost two in five small businesses in the UK suffered a successful cyber-attack in the last year, with each

06-10-2026

Borrowing amongst SMEs is on the rise – preparing your business for finance

According to UK Finance, gross lending to SMEs from the main high street banks reached £5.35 billion in the second quarter of 2026, the highest quarterly level

06-10-2026

Medium-sized companies may qualify for audit exemption

The Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade (DBIST) initiated a ‘modernising corporate reporting’ consultation on 7 September 2026, which closes on 30 November 2026. Under the

06-10-2026

How is the mansion tax distorting the housing market?

The so-called mansion tax is already beginning to have an impact on the UK housing market, despite the surcharge not being due to come into effect until

06-10-2026

Demystifying the changes to Benefits in Kind from 2027

Reforms to the Benefits in Kind (BIK) system have continued to change in recent years, as the Government prepares to roll out mandatory payrolling. From April 2027,

06-10-2026

IHT pension reforms now only half a year away

We are now just over six months away from the long-anticipated reforms to Inheritance Tax (IHT), which will see unspent pensions included within a person’s estate from

01-10-2026

How can your accountant help you with Bookkeeping?

Bookkeeping is often the least favourite task for business owners, but it remains essential. Bookkeeping, more often than not, can feel time consuming and menial. It generates

30-09-2026

Why do profitable businesses still face cash flow challenges?

Unfortunately, a business can be profitable and still face cash flow challenges. While this may seem nonsensical, it is an issue that many SMEs face as they