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Our experts provide their insights on the latest industry developments and share tips on accountancy and business matters.
Mike Whitacre
Tax Partner, Frazier & Deeter
22 October 2018
Considering expanding into the USA? Here are some things to considerWith a large marketplace, strong economic growth, a significantly reduced corporate tax rate and indexes indicating record business optimism, there are many reasons to consider entering the USA market. And for UK-based businesses, the uncertainty of Brexit brings an additional reason to consider the USA.
18 October 2018
New HMRC guidance clarifies R&D tax relief for software developmentSoftware development has probably been the most challenging area for companies and R&D advisers alike for clearly and consistently identifying what is eligible R&D tax relief. Misunderstandings over the boundaries mean some companies have not claimed all the relief they were entitled to, whilst others have over-claimed.
05 March 2018
Access to funding in the Scottish Tech SectorOne of the biggest challenges for tech entrepreneurs is accessing funding. Often, a greal deal of investment is required for R&D before tech businesses can take their products or services to market.
To assist the sector, Johnston Carmichael has built up a team of specialist advisers, drawn from departments ranging from innovation taxes to corporate finance, who are highly experienced at helping fast growth businesses to maximise vital tax reliefs and access the capital they require to achieve growth.
21 February 2018
Seed Haus: Scotland’s most selective tech incubatorIn early 2017 Seed Haus burst onto the tech scene with a stellar roster of high profile investors including BrewDog founder James Watt and philanthropist Sir Tom Hunter. It aimed to address a gap in the eco system by providing some of Scotland’s most exciting start-ups with pre-seed investment, mentorship and office space within the Leith based incubator.
Sandy Kennedy
Chief Executive at Entrepreneurial Scotland
25 May 2017
The Challenges that face Scottish EntrepreneursThere is an entrepreneurial revolution going on, not just in Scotland but around the world. It is the entrepreneurs, the change makers, the innovators who are the engine for growth and for job and wealth creation.
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