Getting Ready to leave School or College? Your choices, Your Finances

If you are getting ready to leave school or college, you need to know how your next choices might affect you financially. Here is our guide to your next steps after school or college – this will be updated in the next few weeks to reflect the updates from the Chancellor’s Spring Budget on 6th March 2024 and the new tax rates for 24/25.

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What Do Accountants Do?

Accountants aren’t just the data analysts you might think they are. Sure, math skills are important, but modern accounting is much more dynamic. Accountancy is problem-solving. Accountancy is detective work. Accountancy is communicating with both your clients and your colleagues. Read on if you are feel a career in accounting or auditing could be for you.

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HMRC’s New Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for Company Cars: from 1st March 2024

Changes have been made by HMRC to the advisory fuel rates (AFRs) for all journeys on or after 1 March 2024 for company car drivers claiming back fuel costs from their employer. The rates are reviewed quarterly and are applicable where employers reimburse employees for business travel (company cars); or where employers require employees to repay the cost of private travel

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HMRC call to action is clear: Stay Alert, Stay Informed – Tax Refund Scams are on the rise.

HMRC is warning people about fake messages claiming to offer tax refunds. They say scammers are trying to trick people into giving away their personal information or bank details. Remember, HMRC will never contact you by email, text, or phone for a refund.

These scams are on the rise, especially as tax season comes to an end. Cybercriminals are using fake websites and messages to steal people’s money and personal information. Be careful with any unexpected messages asking for personal details or offering refunds.

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What do Students Want from Work Experience Placements – Q&A with Abigail Durant

Students want practical skills, industry insight, and networking opportunities from work experience placements. Personal and professional development are key. Guidance on career paths is up there and students are keen for feedback to improve their skills. Students hope for a rewarding experience that prepares them for future employment.

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Unlock the Power of Professional Relationships – Networking is Great for Business

Successful businesses build strong connections. They create robust relationships with individuals within the company, clients, stakeholders, and business contacts. When you appreciate the power of nurturing and utilising strong professional connections, your business will thank you.

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Maximising Tax Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Year-End Financial Planning by HB Accountants

As we near the end of the tax year on 5 April 2024, it’s essential to take stock of your family and business finances. Although tax rates and thresholds remain stagnant, the government’s tax revenue keeps climbing. Nonetheless, there are still plenty of practical ways to manage your affairs tax-efficiently, and we’re here to guide you through some of these strategies.

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Why training future accountants and business professionals is an integral part of HB Accountants business

HB Accountant has always had a passion for recruiting and developing young talent. This passion is rooted in our 100+ year history and is evidenced by 5 of our managers, including Karen, one of our Directors, all starting HB as part of a training scheme. Karen, Catherine, Karen, Colin, and Barrie, all former trainees and with over 131 combined years of HB experience between them, are giving back by training the next generation. 

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New laws to fight corruption, money laundering and fraud may impact how Directors interact with Companies House

The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act received Royal Assent in October 2023. It substantially amends the Companies Act 2006 and introduces new requirements for how companies registered in England and Wales interact with, and submit information to, Companies House.

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