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Choosing Between Generational Transition & Exit In Family Businesses
Family businesses across the UK are now at a more pressing crossroads, with recent changes to Business Property Relief (BPR) and...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Oct 31, 20245 min read
Breaking Down The Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the much-anticipated Autumn Budget, outlining the government’s plans to address the nation’s...
Martin Lindsey - Head of Advice, Brooks Macdonald
Oct 31, 20246 min read
The Commercial Importance Of Carbon Reduction Plans For Family Businesses
Do you really need a carbon reduction plan? In 2024, the answer for UK family businesses is a resounding yes – and not just because...
Joe Oughtred - Founder & Director, AXIOM
Oct 18, 20244 min read
Time To Take Your Pension Lump Sum?
Martin Lindsey, Head of Advice at FBU Partner Brooks Macdonald , provides his thoughts for people considering withdrawing their pension...
Martin Lindsey - Head of Advice, Brooks Macdonald
Oct 18, 20244 min read
Stealth Tax? Wealth Tax? What Could Fill The £22 Billion Black Hole?
Martin Lindsey, Head of Advice at FBU Partner Brooks Macdonald , details the plans that Chancellor Rachel Reeves could announce in the...
Martin Lindsey - Head of Advice, Brooks Macdonald
Oct 10, 20249 min read
The Finance Director: Often The First Non-Family Executive Appointment
Family businesses are known for their deep-rooted values, strong heritage, and long-term vision. When it comes to bringing in the first...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Sep 25, 20243 min read
The Impact Of Owner Interference On Non-Family CEO Performance
In any business, let alone a family or founder-owned business, the role of a CEO is both multifaceted and demanding. As the driving force...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Jun 4, 20243 min read
Challenges & Opportunities Facing UK Businesses
In this article we are going to delve into what the key challenges and opportunities facing UK businesses are. The typical economic cycle...
Henrietta Walker, Head of Investment Specialist Team, Brooks Macdonald
Apr 2, 20243 min read
Attracting Executive Talent To Your Family Business With Storytelling
The headlines in the War for Talent are dominated by corporate giants and tech start-ups but family businesses often possess a unique...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Feb 26, 20243 min read
How Non-Family NEDs Are Resolving Conflict in Family Firms
Family businesses are often hailed for their tight-knit culture and shared values, but they are not immune to conflict. In fact,...
David Twiddle - Managing Partner, TWYD & Co
Feb 26, 20242 min read
Why Sustainability Is Integral To Successful Family Businesses
Sustainability is an increasingly important topic in the world of business. As concerns surrounding the planet and climate change...
Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 13, 20234 min read
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