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Welcome to our comprehensive guide to understanding payroll essentials! As ‘Payroll Guru’s’ at Glow Accounts, we often get asked the same questions, whether you’re a seasoned employee or new to the workforce, grasping the fundamentals of P60s, P45s and tax ...

In the vast landscape of business, there exists a figure wielding unparalleled power in steering the financial trajectory of an organisation—the Chief Financial Officer, more commonly known as the CFO. Often hailed as the strategic architect behind fiscal success, the ...

Writing a business plan is a critical step in the process of starting or growing a business.  A well-structured and comprehensive plan serves as a roadmap for your business, helping you clarify your vision, secure financing, and make informed decisions. ...

Over the past couple of years since the Covid Pandemic, working from home has become the norm for many organisations.  Some businesses have created a hybrid working environment, allowing business owners and employees to split their time between home and ...

Starting a business is like embarking on a journey with fellow travellers. Just as a journey requires a planning and a map, every business venture needs a clear roadmap and guidelines for its partners. This is where a Deed of ...

Does your to-do list constantly grow and leave you feeling like you are going in circles? Does time often feel like there isn’t enough of it to get the job done?   In today’s fast-paced world, effective time management has ...

The Key Benefits of being a Limited Company versus a Sole Trader At Glow Accounts, we are often asked by new ‘start-up’ businesses: ‘Is it better to set up a limited company or sole trader?’. Of course, there are advantages ...

What is CIS? Introduced by HMRC to reduce tax evasion, The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is a set of rules and regulations that apply to contractors and subcontractors who work in the construction industry. How does the Construction Industry Scheme ...

If your business is registered for VAT, you need to be aware of this change to HMRC’s penalty regime for late filing. As of 1st January 2023 HMRC has introduced a new points based penalty system for late filing and ...

As we start 2023, now is the perfect time to re-evaluate your business, its’ goals and its’ challenges.  New Year’s resolutions may be a little cliché, but they can be thought of as a good way to focus what you ...

Although Christmas is a magical time of year full of celebration and quality time with family and friends, it can cause stress too. Beyond just the pressure of gift buying and financial stress, the month is a lot shorter and ...