6 April 2026 urgent deadline for business owners
For many years, we have stressed the advantages of taking tax advice long before selling a business. It is easy for personal advice to be overlooked when negotiating a sale,...
Business owners facing an uncertain future from tax changes
At the point of putting pen to paper, or in fact fingers to keyboard, we are now 211 days on from the autumn Budget. I wrote a similar article 138...
What you need to keep in mind when selling land for development
Selling land in Scotland, whether for development, diversification or estate restructuring, can seem straightforward. However, beneath the surface lie challenges that can catch even experienced landowners off guard. Based on...
Ploughing ahead: sustainability and the Scottish agricultural industry
“Sustainable” is a term that has long been used in the agricultural industry, but the last year has brought into focus what it means to have a sustainable business. Scottish...
Rural diversification brings its own unique challenges
Rural business is widely recognised as one of the most challenging sectors to work in. What I have always admired is the resilience and adaptability of those in the industry,...