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Our Knowledge team are here for one reason – to be ahead of the headlines affecting your business or rental.

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13 December 2018
Scottish Budget 2018 – 1% Additional Dwelling Supplement rise deals blow to landlords

Derek Mackay has announced the draft Scottish Budget for 2019-20 – here’s what it means for landlords.
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12 December 2018
Scottish Budget 2018 brings business rates relief worth more than £750 million

Scotland’s Finance Secretary Derek Mackay has announced the draft Scottish Budget for 2019-20 – here’s what it means for small businesses.
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11 December 2018
Tradespeople see straight through fake customers

“Alright, mate? What about the City game last night, eh?” It’s this type of chat that tradespeople have had enough of, according to The Sun.
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10 December 2018
What to expect from an HMRC tax investigation

An investigation by HMRC is every small business owner and sole trader’s worst nightmare. Along with the enormous stress, it can take up a great deal of time - and, in the worst case scenario, you could end up with a tax bill.
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10 December 2018
How will these 3 new landlord regulations affect you in 2019?

As if landlords haven’t suffered enough due to regulatory changes – more are planned for 2019.
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10 December 2018
CCTV shows 3 van break-ins in a single night

Brazen thieves broke into three vans in a single street, all on the same night, but the vans’ owners were disappointed in the police response.
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5 December 2018
NEST pension scheme for self-employed - a quick-start guide

Are you self-employed and looking to contribute to a pension scheme? The earlier you start saving, the quicker you’ll build up a pot for retirement - and, happily, saving for a pension is also tax-efficient.
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4 December 2018
What is the definition of an SME?

SMEs are the beating heart of the UK economy, making up the majority of the nation’s businesses.
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3 December 2018
Tips for tradespeople working in winter

In cold, wet, and sometimes stormy weather, tradespeople face particular seasonal risks. Follow our tips to stay safe and keep warm while you’re working in the winter.
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3 December 2018
How to write an invoice: what it needs to include

You’ve set up your business and you’ve sold goods or services to clients and customers, which means they need to receive an invoice. But how do you write one?
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