The Lodestar Blog
Tax tips, business news, Lodestar expert insight
Budget 2025
As the details of the budget announcements become available we have picked some highlights for you. Income Tax Increases The headline announcement in the budget speech was the increase in Income tax rates on Dividends, Property, and Savings Income. The specific...
Launching with Purpose: Your Guide to Setting Up a Company in the UK (with B Corp in Mind)
Starting a purpose-led brand is an exciting journey, especially in the dynamic UK FMCG market. For those of you building a business that balances profit with people and planet, laying the right legal foundation is crucial, it’s the first step towards achieving that...
Your Xero Reports Might Be Lying to You: Why an Accountant’s Touch is Crucial
As a small business owner, you rely on Xero for managing your daily finances. Its reports - the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow - are often your first port of call for checking performance. They’re quick, they’re automated, and they appear to give you...
Raising the Bar: What the New B Corp Standards Mean for Business Impact
The B Corp certification has always been the gold standard for businesses balancing profit and purpose. Now, B Lab is rolling out the most significant update to its standards in the movement’s history, fundamentally changing how companies achieve and maintain their...
MTD for Income Tax: The 6-Month Countdown
The countdown is on. With only six months until the introduction of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) now is the time to get prepared. If you’re a self-employed individual or a landlord, this affects you. Ignoring it could lead to penalties and a whole...
Carbon Accounting: The New Frontier for Qualified Accountants
In an era defined by increasing environmental consciousness and stringent sustainability regulations, carbon accounting has emerged as a critical field. Just as financial accounting tracks monetary value, carbon accounting focuses on measuring, managing, and reporting...