Blog - Holeys

24-07-2026

How to chase late-paying customers without losing them

Late-paying customers are one of the biggest causes of cash flow problems for SMEs. It can be a tense situation as you want to make sure you

22-07-2026

The top tax-saving opportunities that are often missed by SMEs

Nobody wants to pay more tax than they need to. For SMEs, paying the right amount of tax has become more important than ever. A recent analysis

16-07-2026

Cash flow versus profit – Which matters more to an SME?

While profit can be seen as the main indicator of business health, the importance of cash flow is often overlooked. You could be making money on paper

15-07-2026

The financial benefits of hiring Gen Z

15 July marks World Youth Skills Day, which is a day to celebrate the importance of equipping young people with the skills they need for employment and

09-07-2026

How could a new Prime Minister impact SMEs in the UK?

With Keir Starmer announcing his resignation as Prime Minister, there has been much speculation about what this means for the future of UK politics. His hotly tipped

08-07-2026

HMRC launches consultation for mandatory Direct Debit VAT and PAYE payments

HMRC is currently consulting on proposals that could make Direct Debit the mandatory payment method for VAT and PAYE liabilities – a move that would affect millions

07-07-2026

Mixed picture for UK mergers and acquisitions– Where do the opportunities lie?

Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) are a core part of business growth and resilience. Done well, the acquiring business benefits from a new market and the other company

07-07-2026

Should I gift a lump sum from my pension to family? Understanding the Inheritance Tax implications

You are likely aware of the upcoming inclusion of unspent pension pots for Inheritance Tax (IHT) calculations from 6 April 2027. This has sparked a wave of

07-07-2026

Employee Ownership Trusts – What business owners need to know

With more than 2,400 businesses now operating through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) structure, this has become a mainstream option for business owners thinking about succession and

07-07-2026

Benefits in Kind reporting is changing…again

The Government has revised its plans for mandatory payrolling of Benefits in Kind (BiK), introducing a phased approach that splits the rollout across two years. The timetable

07-07-2026

Small businesses to face new Companies House account filing rules from April 2028

After months of delays, the Government has finally confirmed how the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (EECTA) will change the way small businesses report their