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We here at J McEvoy believe that growth is one of the most important goals for any ambitious SME, but growth does not automatically create financial strength. Increasing sales, taking on employees, opening new premises or entering new markets can all require significant investment before the additio…
Read MoreWe here at J McEvoy believe that tax planning should be part of an SME’s wider financial planning rather than something left until a payment deadline arrives. For Irish businesses, reviewing upcoming tax liabilities before year end can provide greater clarity over cash flow, reduce the risk of unexp…
Read MoreAt J McEvoy we believe that strong sales are only one part of building a financially resilient business. An SME can have an excellent relationship with a major customer or a highly successful product, but relying too heavily on one source of revenue can leave the business exposed when circumstances…
Read MoreWe here at J McEvoy believe that winning a major customer can be an important milestone for an SME, but a large contract is not automatically a profitable one. Before signing, businesses should look beyond the headline value and understand the impact on margins, cash flow, working capital, resources…
Read MoreWe here at J McEvoy believe that employment costs deserve much closer attention than simply looking at the salary paid to each employee. For Irish SMEs, the true cost of employment can include employer PRSI, pension contributions, benefits, recruitment, training, leave and other employment-related e…
Read MoreAt J McEvoy we believe that strong credit control is essential for maintaining a healthy and predictable business. Late payments can appear to be an ordinary part of trading, but when overdue invoices become a pattern, they can put pressure on cash flow, increase administrative costs and restrict an…
Read MoreAt J McEvoy we believe that financial resilience is an important part of running a successful business. An emergency fund can give an Irish SME greater flexibility when unexpected costs arise, customers pay late or trading conditions change. In 2026, where businesses continue to face changing costs,…
Read MoreAt J McEvoy we believe that VAT should be considered as part of a business’s growth strategy, rather than treated solely as a compliance obligation. As an Irish SME expands, changes in turnover, customers, products, suppliers and trading arrangements can all affect its VAT position. Reviewing this b…
Read MoreAt J McEvoy we believe borrowing can be an important part of growing an Irish business, funding investment or managing a major opportunity. However, taking on significant debt is a decision that can affect cash flow, profitability and financial flexibility for years. Before committing to a major bus…
Read MoreAt J McEvoy we believe that financial forecasting gives business owners something that historical accounts alone cannot provide: a clearer view of what may happen next. For Irish SMEs, forecasting can help identify cash flow pressure, plan investment, understand upcoming tax liabilities and make bet…
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