Could the Budget affect dividend tax? A closer look at potential impacts
Posted on October 16, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
Dividends have long been an important income stream for investors, business owners, and retirees alike. Read more…
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Six months left – Are you missing out on increasing your state pension?
Posted on October 14, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
The deadline for voluntary National Insurance (NI) contributions is fast approaching, leaving you with little time to fill gaps in your NI record to maximise your state pension. Read more…
How to avoid Lifetime ISA withdrawal penalties from HMRC
Posted on October 11, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
Lifetime ISAs (LISAs) have become a popular way to save for a first home or retirement, offering a 25 per cent Government bonus on contributions. However, if you withdraw money for anything other
What pension tax reforms could we see in the October Budget?
Posted on October 10, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
For months, there was speculation that the upcoming Budget could bring major changes to pension tax relief, specifically a move towards a flat rate of tax relief for pension contributions. While nothing has
What are the benefits and challenges of a Management Buyout?
Posted on October 8, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
The upcoming Budget could see a rise in Capital Gains tax (CGT) rates so that they align with Income Tax rates. This rumour has led to many business owners considering the sale of
What are PAYE Settlement Agreements and how can they benefit employers?
Posted on October 2, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs, Business, PAYE, Tax
PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSAs) are a convenient tool for employers, allowing them to cover the tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs) on specific benefits provided to employees. Read more…
How SMEs can capitalise on continued optimism
Posted on October 1, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
Optimism is on the rise among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for the third consecutive year. According to recent research from banking firm American Express, nearly seven in 10 business leaders are feeling
Lamont Pridmore recognises outstanding business student at Keswick School
Posted on September 27, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Business News, Firm News, Latest News, Press Releases
A dedicated student from Keswick School has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to business. Jake O’Connor was named the Business Studies Student of the Year 2024, an accolade which the family run
Lamont Pridmore celebrates success of top business student
Posted on September 27, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Business News, Latest News, News, Press Releases
One of Kirkbie Kendal School’s top students, Sasha Bernada, has been awarded the Lamont Pridmore Business Student of the Year award for 2024. Sasha, originally from Ukraine, has successfully managed the complexities of
IFRS S1 and S2 and the future of ESG reporting standards
Posted on September 26, 2024 Posted in - Blog, Blogs
Sustainability has become a core part of how businesses are expected to operate, whether we like it or not. You might think that all the talk about environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues