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
Blog17th Jan 2014Firm headcount goes over 200!Anderson Anderson & Brown LLP (AAB), Chartered Accountants, are delighted to announce that the firm has reached a new milestone by hitting a headcount of over 200 employees for the first time.View more
Blog15th Jan 2014Tax Free to IHTThe successful entrepreneur is accustomed to enjoying a range of tax breaks with shares in their unquoted trading company benefiting from both Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Inheritance Tax (IHT) reliefs;View more
Blog14th Jan 2014Essential ingredients to a successful investmentIn 2014, AAB’s Entry to Exit division foresee high net worth investors continuing to seek opportunities for significant return through investment in unquoted companies.View more
Blog13th Jan 2014Figuring out emotionsDon’t forget to factor in feelings to any financial plan As the end of the tax year looms, I know that putting my Christmas bonus into my pension will lower my tax bill.View more
Blog9th Jan 2014Excuses for missing the 31 January personal tax return deadline!When filing a return online, you should do everything possible to meet the deadline. If you file a return late and you don’t have a ‘reasonable excuse’ you may have to pay a penalty.View more
Blog18th Dec 2013Managing your inheritance tax exposureThe successful entrepreneur is accustomed to enjoying a range of tax breaks, with shares in their unquoted trading company benefiting from both capital gains tax (CGT) and inheritance tax reliefs.View more