This is article 2 in our series of 3 There are 3 layers of understanding that you have to achieve, and I will be covering these in 3 articles covering: Some basic tipsWhat are the key figures in your accounts?Digging deeper with good analysis What are the key figures...
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Short-term solutions to address your business cash flow issues
When running a business, maintaining positive cash flow is essential. If for whatever reason, your cash flow is poor, it could lead you to fail to meet your financial commitments, as well as potential damage to those key relationships and disruption to your typical...
Why it’s a good time to buy a business post-pandemic
The last two years of the coronavirus pandemic has been a challenging time for almost every business, with many undergoing seismic changes. Although the economy is now steadily recovering, there may be fears and uncertainties about taking the plunge to buy a business....
How do R&D Tax Credits boost cash for loss-making SMEs?
UK Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credits and Tax Reliefs apply equally to profitable and loss-making companies. This is sometimes misunderstood with people thinking that a company needs to be profitable to benefit. How much cash can be claimed by loss-making...
Understanding your Finances
So many business owners tell me they don’t understand their accounts…that’s what they have an accountant for. Yet for a business owner not having a handle on their own finances is an opportunity missed. You don’t have to be a qualified accountant to understand the...
Are you personally liable for your business’s debt?
For a business owner, your company's ongoing success and survival may seem like your number one priority. It's easy for your private life to become intertwined with your professional one – and this includes your finances. When you and your business are closely weaved,...
Mergers and Acquisitions are difficult – Get the right support
@UKBA, business advisors have been instrumental in countless company mergers and acquisitions (M&As) over the years. Our finance specialists can support the M&A process by: Rigorously analysing the financials of your existing company and the firm you wish to...
Thinking of purchasing a new company to add to your portfolio? Pt 3
Thinking of purchasing a new company to add to your portfolio? Pt 3 Steps 7-10 when acquiring a new company Have a sensible integration plan Your acquisition will have a profound effect on your overall commercial strategy. Think about how this new business will...
Thinking of purchasing a new company to add to your portfolio? Pt 2
Businessman analyze sales data and graph economic growth. Planning and business strategy Analysis of forex trading Finance and banking. Digital marketing technology. Steps 4-6 when acquiring a new company Consider the company’s culture Culture clashes can have a...