Insights
Our experts provide their insights on the latest industry developments and share tips on accountancy and business matters.
Brian Gotch
IT Systems Engineer
12 May 2023
A step ahead: top tips for taking on the KiltwalkAt Johnston Carmichael, our people never shy away from a challenge. And with not long to go until this year’s Aberdeen Kiltwalk, we’re shining a light on one impressive member of team ‘Chartered Akiltants’ as he tackles his fourth Kiltwalk. IT Systems Engineer, Brian Gotch, shares his top Kiltwalk tips that he’s collected along the way – from what to pack in your Kiltwalk bag, to how to train (or not, in his case!) for the challenge.
Ryan Milne
Business Advisory Senior Manager
10 May 2023
Practise until it’s ‘pitch perfect’As we approach the Scottish EDGE finals, taking place 11-12 May, we continue to celebrate and embrace our partnership with Scottish EDGE, which has been running for nine years. In this blog, Ryan Milne shares his top tips for the ‘perfect pitch’.
Tim Swinson
Consulting Manager
03 May 2023
The House always wins… until now?House prices have reached new heights in the last 15 years, growing on average 56% since January 2008. However, as the saying goes, all good things must come to an end and as base rates started to climb in 2022, it appeared that the end was in sight. Tim Swinson, Consulting Manager, explains further.
28 April 2023
Johnston Carmichael walkers lace up their boots for Glasgow KiltwalkA bumper team of 50 walkers from leading independent accountancy and business advisory firm, Johnston Carmichael, will be lacing up their walking boots and taking to the streets of Glasgow to take part in the Kiltwalk. Amongst this year’s cohort will be the firm’s newly appointed Chartered Financial Planner, Martin Hendry, who will be walking the 14.4 mile Big Stroll from Clydebank to Balloch to raise vital funds for Addison’s Disease Self Help Group.
27 April 2023
Planning for the Tax Year EndSome things are so unexpected that no one is prepared for them – previous years have definitely proved that point. However, the one constant we can rely on is the Tax Year End on 5 April. By planning in advance, you can maximise the valuable tax allowances available each tax year.
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