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At Hurley Accountancy we believe that every major purchase deserves careful thought, whether it is a family home, a commercial premises or the equipment that keeps a business running. For business owners, one question comes up time and again: should you buy the assets you need outright, lease them o…

We here at Hurley Accountancy meet many business owners at the point where their company is growing, and growth usually brings two decisions close together: taking on more staff and, sooner or later, finding more space to put them. Hiring the right person can transform a business, but the figure on…

At Hurley Accountancy we believe that good property decisions start with a clear picture of your finances. Many of the buyers and sellers we meet run their own companies, and one question comes up again and again: what is the best way to take money out of the business? The answer affects far more th…

We here at Hurley Accountancy believe that one of the most valuable financial decisions a business can make is to build a financial buffer before it is needed. A healthy reserve can provide breathing space when costs rise, customers pay late, or unexpected challenges arise. Without one, even a well-…

We here at Hurley Accountancy believe that winning customers is only part of building a successful business. The more important question is whether those customers are contributing positively to your profitability. A client who generates regular sales may appear valuable, yet the time, resources, di…

We here at Hurley Accountancy believe that business growth is a positive achievement, but growth without proper financial planning can create pressures that are easy to underestimate. Increasing sales, taking on staff, opening new premises, or investing in equipment can all bring opportunities, yet…

We here at Hurley Accountancy believe that financial planning is one of the most important foundations of a successful business. Yet many business owners spend more time managing today’s demands than preparing for tomorrow’s challenges. Without a clear financial plan, even a profitable b…

We here at Hurley Accountancy believe that having a strong relationship with a major customer can be a valuable asset for any business. However, when one customer or revenue stream becomes responsible for a significant proportion of turnover, that strength can become a financial vulnerability. Under…

We here at Hurley Accountancy believe that financial planning is about more than predicting what your business might earn. It is about understanding what could happen, preparing for different scenarios and making sure your business has the financial capacity to respond when circumstances change. For…

We here at Hurley Accountancy believe that cash flow problems rarely appear overnight. By the time a business owner realises there is not enough cash available to cover wages, suppliers or other commitments, the underlying problem may have been developing for months. Understanding the early warning…