Blog25th Jun 2014Managing the VAT ‘hit’The walls may be closing in on tax avoidance but there are still legitimate ways to mitigate the cost of VAT to your business. Some of these focus on good ‘housekeeping’ whereas others require more forward thinking.View more
Blog23rd Jun 2014Don’t listen to the wolves on Wall Street…Are you after an investment strategy that’s smart, simple to understand and gives you every opportunity of outperforming the average fund manager over the long-term? If yes, then passive investing is probably for you…View more
Blog11th Jun 2014In a partnership or LLP? New tax rules have big implicationsPartnerships have long been an attractive structure for people running small businesses. They’ve been particularly favoured by owners of professional practices – from solicitors and accountants through to architects and dentists. The fluidity of the arrangement allows partners to change…View more
Blog2nd Jun 2014There’s a downside to every upturn, which is why it pays to think aheadAfter a turbulent few years, there are now plenty of signs of recovery in the British economy. Inflation and unemployment are falling and business confidence has picked up markedly. In theory, this paints a rosy picture for small and medium-sized…View more
Blog28th May 2014Thinking of becoming a limited company? Time to go good will huntingIt’s a conversation that many sole traders periodically have with their accountants. Is it a good idea for me to incorporate as a limited company?View more
Blog22nd May 2014When assets need replacing, there’s no need to sweatIn many businesses, the key asset might be the knowledge and experience of the staff or possibly a valuable piece of intellectual property. Other companies, however, depend heavily on very specific capital assets. The presses used by a printer, for…View more
Blog7th May 2014What are the issues that freelance contractors should be aware of?Freelance contracting is a common way of operating in the oil & gas and IT industry. But what are the issues that freelance contractors should be aware of? One of the benefits of operating as a limited company contractor is…View more
Blog7th May 2014Are you sure your financial adviser is thinking long term?If you’re looking to maximise the value of your investments, a financial adviser is an obvious port of call. It’s important to be aware, however, that once a stockbroker or IFA is helping you to manage your portfolio, you’re going…View more
Blog19th Mar 2014New Deputy Managing Partner for AABThe Partners of Anderson Anderson & Brown LLP, one of Scotland’s largest independent firms of Chartered Accountants, are delighted to announce the appointment of Partner Graeme Allan to the new role of Deputy Managing Partner on 1 April 2014.View more
Blog26th Feb 2014Worked in Norway recently? Does a nasty tax surprise await?Business in Norway is booming and many UK companies are securing lucrative contracts in the Norwegian sector. However, long after the work is completed, many unsuspecting companies receive a lengthy letter from the Norwegian tax authorities, advising them that the…View more
Blog17th Feb 2014Making the right choices now will pay in retirementPensions: Schemes are a tax-efficient way to saveView more
Blog22nd Jan 2014Don’t overlook the tax implications of global expansionMany businesses are contemplating expansion into new global territories. Often, the commercial aspects of overseas projects are considered in great detail but tax issues are either left to the last minute or overlooked completely. Understanding the overseas tax position is…View more