Blog - Holeys

07-01-2026

Cashflow crisis: Why SMEs continue to struggle

Recent research from the Chartered Institute of Credit Management (CICM) has revealed that 82 per cent of SMEs have faced cash flow difficulties. For many small businesses,

07-01-2026

Employment Rights Act 2025 is here – How employers can prepare their payroll

The Employment Rights Act 2025 has reached the end of its parliamentary debate and is set to bring significant changes to UK Employment Law. Employers are now

07-01-2026

MTD countdown underway – Landlords and sole traders have just months left to prepare

The Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax countdown is on and landlords and sole traders who are not prepared may face costly repercussions. From 6 April

07-01-2026

What are the upcoming changes to EIS and VCTs?

Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) and Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) are both set to experience changes from April 2026, as was revealed in the Autumn Budget. These schemes

07-01-2026

How will HMRC changing its system of fines affect you?

Following the Autumn Budget, it is increasingly clear that the Government is toughening its approach to tax compliance. This is a break with tradition, as penalties have

07-01-2026

What impact will the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) U-turn have?

Given how recently the Autumn Budget was, most people had assumed that all of the big tax measures for the year had been issued. However, Rachel Reeves

07-01-2026

Should I buy a car through my business or personally?

Many small business owners and self-employed individuals may consider buying a car through their business. There are many factors to think about, including how the car is

02-01-2026

How will the changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) impact you?

The Autumn Budget saw many individuals and businesses alike disheartened by measures that seemed to inhibit growth. However, just before Christmas, the Chancellor made an announcement that

18-12-2025

HMRC warning puts payroll compliance firmly in the spotlight

HMRC has issued a clear message to businesses that rely on seasonal and short-term staff that payroll compliance is not optional, even for temporary contracts. As demand

17-12-2025

How small businesses can manage their cash flow effectively

Peak trading periods, such as Christmas, can often bring a welcome increase in sales, but they do not always guarantee consistent cash flow. For many small businesses,

11-12-2025

Car fuel benefit multiplier increase: What businesses need to know

From April 2026, the cost of providing fuel with company cars and vans is rising again. HMRC has confirmed that car and van fuel benefit charges will

10-12-2025

The importance of annual reports for your business

Annual reports continue to play a pivotal role in businesses’ governance and financial transparency. Stakeholders expect clear and insightful information and recent findings from the Financial Reporting