+ more in the know Spring 2021
A round-up of news from across the RfM group
RfM Accountants is a Xero Platinum Partner
Xero Platinum Partner status is the highest tier of Xero’s accreditation scheme. Whilst this is a brilliant achievement for RfM Accountants + more – and one we are rightly proud of – what does this mean for you and your business?
Hybrid and electric company cars – should you make the switch?
We all know that electric cars are better for the planet. But, if you drive a company car, will the switch to electric be better for your pocket too?
Timing your capital spending to maximise tax relief
Maximising the tax benefit from capital expenditure can be a balancing act of different considerations. Getting the timing right is key.
Changes to tax on property disposals
In the Budget, the Chancellor reset the clock for paying Capital Gains Tax on UK property disposals. You now have up to 60 days to pay.
HMRC zeroes in on cryptoassets
The Collins Dictonary word of the year 2021 was NFT (non-fungible token). Now NFTs and other cryptoassets are also on HMRC’s radar.
Research & Development – are you doing it?
Research & Development. It’s what other companies do. Right? You might be surprised to learn that what you’ve been doing is actually classed as R&D.
'Trivial benefits' are worth taking seriously
It may sound too good to be true but ‘trivial benefits’ can provide a completely tax and deduction-free benefit for directors and employees.
GIFT AID: 5 mistakes to avoid
There’s no doubt that Gift Aid is good for charities but a 2020 High Court tax case highlights the importance of following the rules.
7 important reasons to make a Will (and keep it up to date)
If making a Will is something you’ve been putting off or just not got around to yet, here are 7 compelling reasons to make it a priority for 2022.
Are your tech problems really tech problems?
RfM Transform’s Lead Digital consultant, Mark Thwaite, explains why the solution to your tech problems probably isn’t the obvious one.
Get 'offer ready' with a free mortgage review
If you’ve decided to move or remortgage in 2022, you may be wondering where to start to get the best mortgage deal, especially if you’re a business owner or sole trader.
+ more from us - A guide to our added-value services
+ more is the RfM ethos. We use it to sum up our ‘can do’ attitude and commitment to add value wherever we can. We looked carefully at what our clients needed and introduced a suite of added-value services to complement our traditional accounting offer.
Our offices
RfM Preston 01772 431233
120-124 Towngate, Leyland, Lancashire PR25 2LQ
RfM Ulverston 01229 582149 Bellevue, Prince's Street, Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 7NB
RfM Barrow 01229 820003 117 Duke Street, Barrow in Furness, Cumbria LA14 1XA
RfM Fylde 01253 790527 Summerdale, Head Dyke Lane, Pilling, Preston, Lancashire PR3 6SJ
RfM Morecambe & Lancaster 01524 566190 39 Northgate, White Lund, Morecambe, Lancashire LA3 3PA
RfM Windermere 01539 445412 2 Windermere Works, Oldfield Court, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 2HJ
RfM Manchester 0161 549 9020 Colony, 5 Piccadilly Place, Manchester M1 3BR
RfM London 07708 335174 5 Wormwood Street, London EC2M 1RQ
RfM International 01772 431233 email UK.Ireland@dezshira.com
Our added-value services
RfM Transform 07969 900864
email tbackhouse@rfm-more.co.uk
RfM Legal Services 01772 431233 email srigden@rfm-more.co.uk
RfM Funding Solutions 01772 431233 email srigden@rfm-more.co.uk
RfM Mortgage Services 01772 431233 email srigden@rfm-more.co.uk
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