Blog13th Feb 2026‘Fiscal Drag’ pulls more UK Taxpayers into higher rate bands Inheritance Tax (IHT) has long been seen as a levy on the wealthy. But increasingly, it’s affecting more and more individuals and families. One of the key reasons for this is a concept known as ‘fiscal drag’. What is fiscal…By Emily RobsonView more
Blog13th Feb 2026Could EIS or VCT reliefs work for you? All your need to knowWhen it comes to raising funds for early-stage businesses, it’s easy to feel like the odds are against you. Investors want returns, founders need capital, and both sides are trying to manage risk while chasing growth. That’s where enterprise investment…By Liam HosieView more
Blog13th Feb 2026Malta: Escape high UK tax for a place in the sun?Following on from our last blog connected to those choosing to leave the UK to mitigate their UK tax position, where we then focused on Dubai, there are many seeking an overseas destination that is a little closer to the…By Kirsty RinglandView more
Blog13th Feb 2026Self-Assessment Returns: Everything You Need To KnowWith the 5th October deadline for registering for Self-Assessment fast approaching, are you prepared to file on time? If this deadline is missed, HMRC have the right to charge you a penalty. This penalty is known as a ‘Failure to…View more
Blog13th Feb 2026The new Charities SORP is coming: Everything you need to knowThe new Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (Charities SORP) is due to be published later this year, effective for financial periods starting on or after 1 January 2026. While this may feel a while off, now is the time to…By Lucy JenkinsView more
Blog13th Feb 20264 Key Steps to Prepare Your Business for Private Equity InvestmentPrivate equity investment can be a powerful catalyst for growth, but securing funding is only the beginning. You have to prove that you’re genuinely ready to scale, inside and out. Having recently secured private equity investment from Goldman Sachs, at…By Stephen SmythView more
Blog20th Jan 2026What the Revenue’s 2025 Update Means for Partnership TaxIf you run a business in Ireland through a partnership, or are thinking about setting one up, it’s important to understand how Revenue will treat your business for tax purposes. Business owners often view partnerships as easy to start, and…By John ConwayView more
Blog18th Nov 2025Ten benefits of hotel accountingWhile outsourcing hotel accounting can sometimes be viewed negatively—due to concerns about loss of control, dependency on external providers, or lack of industry-specific knowledge—AAB Hotel Accounting offers a tailored approach that directly addresses these challenges. Here’s how partnering with us…By Ian BremnerView more
Blog30th Oct 2025Will You Make A Lump Sum Tax Payment On the 31st Of January?If you file your Self-Assessment tax return with HMRC by 30 December, you may be able to have any tax you owe for 2024/25 collected via a restriction in your tax code for the tax year commencing on 6 April 2026.…By Bev HolroydView more
Blog27th Oct 2025Failure to Prevent Fraud Law Guidance – 9 Key Actions to Protect Your BusinessWHAT IS THE NEW ‘FAILURE TO PREVENT FRAUD’ LAW? Fraud continues to damage trust in business, imposes substantial costs and causes harm to the public purse. CIFAS, the UK’s leading Fraud prevention service, reported a record 421,000 fraud cases in…By Sean McAuleyView more
Blog10th Sep 2025AAB pleased to announce Garret Wynne FCA as new partnerAAB is pleased to announce the appointment of Garret Wynne FCA as Partner. AAB welcomes Garret Wynne FCA as a partner Garret brings over 20 years of experience in audit, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. He has worked with all…By David MarshView more