Manchester one of worst regions for taking firms to court over business rate arrears
Research has revealed that English councils sued around 750 businesses a day over business rates in the last financial year.
5 top tax tips for property developers
If you are a property developer the way your deals are structured will make a big difference to the tax liabilities, access to finance and cash flow for each...
VAT: Important changes relevant to the Construction Supply Chain
From 1 October 2019, there will be a significant change to how suppliers in the construction industry supply chain account for VAT. The changes will apply to businesses making...
Why is branding important?
Why branding is a lot more than just a logo - and the importance of eight seconds.
Out with the old – but new Chancellor faces same calls for rates reform
Whether the new Chancellor, Sajid Javid, is more sympathetic to the plight of UK businesses struggling with business rates remains to be seen, but lobbyist and pressure groups are...
If the cap fits…
A landlord should always be aware that the disrepair element of any dilapidations claim brought against its tenant is subject to, and limited by ‘the statutory cap’.
It’s the taking part that counts
The highs and lows of entering for professional awards and how to do it well.
Where does Boris stand on business rates?
Poor old Boris – he’s not even got his bicycle clips off outside No 10 and people are already clamouring for his attention.
VAT issues on new build student accommodation
Following a successful challenge to HMRC’s VAT policy on new build student accommodation, developers should be aware that HMRC is not always correct.
How inclusive are you really?
We've been on a learning curve at Luma Marketing and discovered that we are not as inclusive as we thought...
