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Featured · Tax · 9 min read

What Private Equity Investors Really Look for in Your Books (And Why Most SMEs Aren't Ready)

This scenario plays out more often than you’d think. Because there’s a world of difference between books that satisfy HMRC and books that satisfy private equity investors conducting forensic due diligence.

20 January 2026
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Regulation· 6 min read

Understanding Director Verification: New Requirements from Companies House

Companies House has introduced identity verification requirements for company directors and persons with significant control, marking a significant shift in UK company registration. The new regime, which commenced on 18 November 2025, forms part of the Economic Crime and Corpo…

1 January 2026Read
Tax· 9 min read

UK Budget 2025: Complete Guide to Tax Changes and What They Mean for You

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her second Autumn Budget on 26 November 2025, announcing £26 billion in tax increases alongside measures aimed at cutting the cost of living and reducing NHS waiting lists. This marks one of the most significant fiscal events of the year, wit…

27 November 2025Read
Tax· 3 min read

Inheritance Tax Planning Urgency: The April 2026 Deadline Approaches

From 6 April 2026, the full 100% relief from inheritance tax will be restricted to the first £1 million of combined agricultural and business property, with anything above this receiving only 50% relief. This represents one of the most significant changes to inheritance tax in…

17 November 2025Read
Strategy· 3 min read

Strategic Business Planning for 2026-2027: Navigating the Economic Outlook

UK GDP is forecast to grow by 0.9% in 2026, before accelerating to 1.3% in 2027, with the economy expected to slow towards the end of 2025 due to the combined effects of a fragile global economy, tighter fiscal policy and reduced consumer spending power. This presents both cha…

10 November 2025Read
Reporting· 4 min read

ESG and Sustainability Reporting: Preparing for the 2026 Requirements

Consultations on the UK’s new Sustainability Disclosure Requirements standards began in Q1 2025, with implementation from January 2026. While immediate requirements affect primarily larger companies, the implications cascade rapidly through supply chains to affect SMEs of all…

3 November 2025Read
Risk· 4 min read

Cybersecurity in 2026: Protecting Your Business in an AI-Driven Threat Landscape

According to the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors, cybersecurity and data security was identified as the single greatest risk for businesses in 2026, with over 80% of internal auditors in the UK and Europe flagging it as a top threat. This isn’t hyperbole - it’s an evi…

27 October 2025Read
Reporting· 4 min read

FRS 102 Is Changing: What Your Business Needs to Know Before 2026

At FMY Chartered Accountants, we believe preparation is the key to confidence. The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has announced important updates to FRS 102, the most widely used accounting standard in the UK and Republic of Ireland. These changes, effective for accounting…

20 October 2025Read
Finance leadership· 7 min read

Why Your Business Needs a Virtual Finance Office: The Complete Guide to Finance as a Service

As a business owner, you’re juggling countless responsibilities. From managing your team to delivering exceptional service to your customers, there’s barely enough time in the day. Yet amidst all this, one critical area often gets neglected: your finances.

12 October 2025Read
Tax· 2 min read

Making Tax Digital (MTD): What Sole Traders and Landlords Need to Know by 2026

From April 2026, the way self-employed individuals and landlords report their income will change forever. HMRC is introducing the next stage of Making Tax Digital (MTD), bringing Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA) into the digital age.

6 October 2025Read
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