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4 November, 2025
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Get Audit-Ready for HMRC & Success

For any growing business, the word “audit” can sometimes feel like a daunting prospect. But what if we told you it doesn’t have to be?  At Ellis & Co, we view an audit not as a challenge to dread, but as a vital health check-up for your business. We’d say that it’s an invaluable opportunity…

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31 October, 2025
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HMRC Investigation? 6 Steps To Handle It with Confidence

A dreaded letter arrives. The HMRC logo stares back at you, and you feel your stomach drop as you read the words: “investigation” and “compliance check”.  Well, for many business owners in the UK, receiving notice of an investigation can instantly trigger waves of anxiety. And honestly, it’s a natural reaction to something that feels…

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22 October, 2025
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Financial Planning for Startups: Your Essential Guide

Why Financial Planning is Non-Negotiable for Your Startup Launching a business can be a whirlwind of innovation and excitement, but without solid financial planning, even the most brilliant idea can fail.  Proper planning for startups isn’t just about spreadsheets, but about creating a roadmap for sustainable growth and profitability. It helps you anticipate challenges, make…

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17 October, 2025
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Precision Facades & Ellis & Co: Building an Ownership Legacy

A Partnership to Reward Success and Secure the Future Through Employee Ownership Client: Precision Facades Services: Accounts, Tax, Business Consultancy, Employee-Owned Trust (EOT) Transition Advisory Precision Facades is a successful Cheshire construction firm renowned for delivering high-quality facade solutions. The company’s directors have always understood that their success is driven by the dedication and hard…

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14 October, 2025
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HMRC Tax Audit Readiness: A 6 Step Guide for UK SMEs

The thought of a tax audit can make any business owner’s stomach drop, but for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the prospect of a tax audit from HMRC can feel particularly daunting.  And at Ellis & Co, we’ve been there, and we get it!  Which is why we believe that with the right preparation and…

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7 October, 2025
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Avoid HMRC Investigations: Top 8 Triggers for Tax Audits in the UK

The thought of HMRC tax audits can be a source of anxiety for any business owner in the UK. And at Ellis & Co, we believe that knowledge is power. Which is why understanding why HMRC might choose to investigate your tax affairs is the first crucial step in proactive preparation and minimising your risk!…

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19 September, 2025
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Gold Sponsors of Farndon Soapbox Derby 2025

Ellis & Co Once Again The Gold Sponsor of Farndon Soapbox Derby FARNDON, UK –  With dedicated community spirit and corporate social responsibility, we at Ellis & Co were once again Gold Sponsors for the recently concluded Farndon Soapbox Derby. The highly anticipated event, held on Sunday, the 14th of September, was a resounding success,…

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9 September, 2025
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Ellis & Co Partners with Flutter Shutter

Fuelling Sustainability: How a Partnership with Ellis & Co Helped an Innovative Company Tackle the UK’s Energy Crisis Client: Flutter Shutter Ltd™  Services: Business Consultancy, Bookkeeping, Payroll Management, Taxation & VAT   Flutter Shutter Ltd™ is an innovative company pioneering a new, energy-conscious secondary glazing system for the social housing and commercial sectors. With a…

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