'Having the right people in the business’ is the biggest challenge to Family Businesses

Armstrong Watson have published their 3^rd annual Family Business Insight Report, delving into the current issues dominating the agenda for UK Family firms.

Following a record response of over 500 family businesses predominantly located across the North of England and Scotland, the report provides vital insight into the most important topics and concerns worrying, hindering and providing aspiration to family managed firms.

5 Reasons Why We Love Xero!

There was a time when Sage was King of accounting software, and if you asked any business to name an accounting software brand that would have been their answer.  The development of online software has seen a shift in the monopoly to cloud accounting. We partnered with Xero, and here are just some of the reasons we love it:

Real time information

Xero’s focus is on real-time information and not on giving you a historic view of your business. The dashboard gives you a current view of your cash and bank balances and outstanding bills and invoices.

Tax-free benefits for employees

There are many ways that employers can provide tax-free benefits in kind to employees, such as free parking, childcare vouchers and mobile phone contracts. Read on to hear Sam Pooley explain more.

Rapid Growth for Armstrong Watson Leeds

Armstrong Watson LLP, Accountants, Business and Financial Advisers, Leeds are celebrating following a bumper financial year for the office, with fees up an impressive 32% on the previous year.

The city centre firm has seen rapid expansion throughout 2017/18, with the team growing to over 80 strong, aided by the addition of four new senior people during the last 4 months alone.

An Interview with Ben Peters: Demonstrating Added Value

We have been providing independent financial planning advice to clients across the North of England and Scotland for many years, and our aim is to always ensure that we provide real value to the individuals and businesses we work with.

In truth, value is very personal and difficult to define. Advice itself is somewhat intangible – it’s not something you can touch or see, and yet what you receive and, more importantly, how you benefit from the advice can be very powerful and at times life-changing.

Current Matters in Progress from the Legal Sector Team

The Amrstrong Watson Legal Sector team highlight the Current Matters they are working on with clients.

Celebrating the Launch of our New Glasgow Office

Armstrong Watson, Accountants, Business and Financial Advisers launched their new Glasgow office at a drinks reception held at Glasgow’s 29 Private Members Club on Thursday 19th April.  The event was held to mark the merger of the top 30 accountancy firm with the former Haines Watts Glasgow Office based in Blythswood Square.

Over 120 guests from across central Scotland celebrated the amalgamation of the two firms and were introduced to Armstrong Watson’s ambitious plans for the business.

“Deal Readiness” – 10 Things to Think About

There are many things to consider when thinking of selling your business that it can seem complicated and daunting. To bring you some clarity and peace of mind, Avantika runs through 10 things that potential buyers will consider during their due diligence process that can put you in a strong position and maximise your wealth

Changes Ahead You May Have Forgotten About

With the start of the new financial year, there may be some changes in Payroll Services that you may have forgetten about. 

5 Important Considerations with respect to the Residence Nil Rate Band

Understanding the complexities of the Residence Nil Rate Band can be challenging, but Tax Consultant, Emily Harrison, runs through the 5 most important areas surrounding the Residence Nil Rate Band provisions.