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The Hidden Cost of Poor Record-Keeping and How you can Fix It

At Local Solicitor we know good record-keeping may not be the most glamorous part of running a business, but it is one of the most important. Accurate and ...

Working Capital Explained: Keeping Your Business Running Smoothly

At Local Solicitor we know working capital is a term every business owner should understand. Put simply, it represents the difference between your current assets and your current ...

Directors’ Pay Planning: Salary, Dividends and Pensions Explained

At Local Solicitor we know for many company directors, deciding how to structure pay is not straightforward. Unlike employees who receive a fixed salary, directors often have the ...

VAT Compliance for SMEs: Avoiding Common Errors

At Local Solicitor we know for small and medium enterprises, VAT is one of the most common areas of tax compliance. It is also one of the easiest ...

Pricing in an Inflationary Market: How to Update Rates and Retain Customers

At Local Solicitor we know rising costs have become a reality for almost every business. From raw materials and energy to wages and logistics, inflation puts pressure on ...

Revenue Audits in Ireland: A Business Owner’s Checklist

At Local Solicitor we know a Revenue audit is one of the more daunting experiences for Irish business owners. It can feel like a test of everything from ...

The True Cost of Employee Turnover: How to Protect Your Bottom Line

At Local Solicitor we know losing a valued employee is more than just an inconvenience. It can have a serious financial impact on your business. From the expense ...

Cybersecurity and Your Finances: Protecting Business Data from Costly Breaches

At Local Solicitor we know in today’s digital economy, cybersecurity is no longer just a technology issue. It is a financial one. A single breach can result in ...

Using Financial Ratios to Spot Opportunities Before Your Competitors Do

At Local Solicitor we know in business, speed matters. The ability to identify growth opportunities early can be the difference between leading the market and playing catch-up. One ...

Cash Flow Forecasting: How to Predict and Prevent Shortfalls

At Local Solicitor we know cash flow is the lifeblood of any business. Even a profitable company can face serious problems if it does not have enough cash ...

Exit Strategy Essentials: Preparing Financially for Your Business Transition

At Local Solicitor we know every business journey eventually leads to a transition — whether through retirement, succession, or sale. Yet many business owners delay planning for this ...

Pricing for Profit: How to Avoid Undervaluing Your Services

At Local Solicitor we know many business owners fall into the trap of pricing their services based on what competitors charge or what they believe clients are willing ...