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Property crowdfunding specialists Propnology have announced they are developing a new social enterprise platform aimed at helping first time buyers raise money towards a deposit for their first home. In much the same way as social enterprise websites have automated the fundraising process for charit

Andy Ritchie Scotland’s farmers are dealing with an unprecedented range of business, legislative and financial problems that are putting many under unsustainable cash flow pressure, according to specialists at Scottish accountants Campbell Dallas.

Nick Owen, Douglas Farish and Steve Williams at 110 Queen Street Deloitte UK chairman Nick Owen and Glasgow office senior partner, Douglas Farish, have this week launched the firm’s new Glasgow office at 110 Queen Street.

New rules proposed this week by the Bank of England could see bankers forced to give back their bonuses - even if they have changed employers. The Prudential Regulation Authority plans to introduce yet tougher laws around bonus buyouts (where an organisation compensates a new employee for any unpaid

As the price of oil continues to plummet across the world, motoring experts have today revealed that it could soon be cheaper for consumers to buy a litre petrol than a litre of bottled water. Brent crude fell to below $30 a barrel for the first time since 2004 this week and has fallen by more 73 pe

Keith Anderson New rules regarding Entrepreneurs Relief are coming into effect from 6th April 2016 which will impact capital distributions received in the solvent liquidation of a company where the individual shareholder is involved in a similar company after the distribution.

Dundee print solutions firm Flint Group has said it is considering closing its Dundee site plunging the fate of more than 100 workers into jeopardy. The company operates one of three global transfer media facilities from premises on the city’s Old Glamis Road.

Moray Council could become the first Scottish local authority to break the eight year council tax freeze. None of Scotland’s 32 councils have increased tax since the Scottish Governmentintroduced a freeze in 2007.

The British & Irish Lions and Standard Life Investmets have announced that the Edinburgh-based global asset manager will become a principal partner for the team’s 2017 tour to New Zealand.

Aberdeen Asset Management has today announced the completion of its acquisition of Bristol-based Parmenion Capital Partners and its sister company, Self Directed Holdings. Aberdeen said the acquisition was part of its strategy to "capitalise on advancements in financial technology platforms and to b

Global accountancy firm PwC has estimated that storms that have recently battered Scotland have likely cost the nation’s economy up to £700m. PwC also said insured losses look to be between £175m and £350m.

Oil prices tumbled to $32.62 a barrel this week as a result of rising US energy stockpiles and China's weakening currency. The price of oil fell more than 2 per cent in early trading on Wednesday as oil becomes so oversupplied globally that countries are running out of storage.

Sir Tom Hunter West Coast Capital, Sir Tom Hunter’s property investment businesses, has reported a significant increase in profits over the past 12 months.

Brian Sutherland The new finance director of taxpayer-owned Prestwick Airport has quit just weeks after taking up his post.

Caroline Gardiner A watchdog has said £21 million is unaccounted for in Police Scotland's accounts and that it is in a “critical” position without a long-term financial strategy.