Having been a Xero Partner since 2012, we are proud to announce that we have now reached Platinum Partner status, the highest accolade we can ask for when it come to expertise in working with clients using Xero Accounting Software. Achieving Platinum status means we’ve certified our teams on Xero [...]
As a Limited Company director there may be times when you have to lend your company money, which will usually not result in any tax implications. So what happens when you personally need to borrow money? In this blog we take a closer look at what S455 tax actually is, [...]
If you’re new to running your own business you’ll undoubtedly find yourself exposed to the world of accountancy and finance, and potentially hear new words and phrases. Whilst this can seem daunting, there’s no need to worry! In this blog we look at some of the most common accounting words [...]
One of the benefits of running your own business is that you may be able to complete your work from any location you wish, which for many is to work from home. But if you don’t have the space to dedicate to your work and are considering a garden office, [...]
Yesterday, we invited all the local businesses down to our Southbourne office for tax and accounting consultations, and some delicious cakes from our neighbours Tasty Bakes Bakery. It was great to meet so many businesses from the local area and we look forward to taking care of all their accounting [...]
Forty billion pounds of tax rises represents one of the very largest tax rising Budgets outside of a time of recession, with Rachel Reeves announcing a compendium of changes aimed at businesses and higher tax payers. A penny off a pint and frozen fuel duty will be small comfort for [...]
As a Limited Company owner, are you aware of the tax implications of an electric car for your business? In this blog, we’ll explore the differences between leasing, hire purchasing and outright purchasing an electric vehicle and the tax you can expect to pay. The electric advantage The government, in [...]
On 1st October 2024 The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 came into effect, impacting on the distribution of tips for all businesses. It is now illegal for employers to withhold tips from employees. What does this mean for business owners? If your business receives tips from customers, there is [...]
The Vantage team are growing even bigger, with the introduction of our latest office in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Having completed our previous new office opening in Renfrew, Glasgow only last month, we’re so proud to announce that we’ve also now opened one in Salisbury. Why Salisbury? With our other offices [...]
As a business owner you may need certain vehicles in order to complete your work, specifically crew cab vehicles. Currently these types of vehicles are classed as vans rather than cars for national insurance and income tax purposes, but over the past few years the crew cab vehicle has been [...]