Selling a practice: negotiating the deal1 May 2017MALCOLM WRIGHT discusses what a seller needs to do in order to maximise the price received for a veterinary practice – including making sure of getting the right advice
All about income drawdown1 May 2017DYLAN JENKINS explains the pros and cons of income drawdown and what this could mean for your retirement planning under the new pension freedom rules
Employment law - what you need to know1 May 2017CHLOE THEMISTOCLEOUS provides a round-up of changes coming this year and what employers and employees should pay attention to, including a landmark ruling on religious clothing and symbols at work
Small animal practice - the first specialists1 May 2017BRUCE VIVASH JONES continues his series on the history of the profession, this time highlighting the work of two vets who have the distinction of being the first to develop branches of veterinary medi…
Building a state-of-the-art hospital in Sussex1 May 2017JOHN PERIAM visits a new equine hospital which is aiming to be on a par with the best in the world
Is it time to try something new?1 May 2017CAROLINE JOHNSON of Vetpol discusses different ways of finding and recruiting new team members for your practice – making the most effective use of the many options now available
BUDGETING FOR THE FUTURE1 Apr 2017TINA RICHES sums up Philip Hammond’s first Budget, which sees little on income tax but movement in most other areas of taxation and rates
Building a culture of well-being…1 Apr 2017LIBBY SHERIDAN talks to Jane Simpson, people development manager at XLVets, about its “Thriving in Practice” programme and explores what practices can do to help the well-being of their staff
Why should a client choose your practice?1 Mar 2017MALCOLM WRIGHT looks at the various ways in which clients choose a practice and how to ensure they not only come to you but join the ranks of the bonded clients who are vital to your success
The new Residence Nil Rate Band1 Mar 2017DYLAN JENKINS introduces the new band, which comes into being next month, and imparts some advice on property investments for this year
How can you try to ensure you take on the best people?1 Mar 2017“MOMENTS OF MAGIC” WERE ON OFFER in both the social and business programmes at the SPVSVPMA congress.After the talented illusionist and RCVS staff member Megan KnowlesBacon performed her tricks at the…
HOW CAN YOU ENSURE YOUR STAFF ARE READY TO ACCEPT CHANGES?1 Mar 2017Veterinary Practice reports from the SPVS-VPMA congress held at Celtic Manor in Wales in late January
Getting pension and savings options straight1 Dec 2016Dylan Jenkins provides an update on pension death benefit options and looks at the new Lifetime ISAs, due to come into effect in April 2017.
Reverse the risk for your clients1 Dec 2016Paul Green explains how offering potential new clients a guarantee of high quality service in your practice can help them decide to come to you.
Looking to buy a veterinary practice?1 Dec 2016Helen Skinner of FTA Finance presents a guide to first-time purchase - from securing the best financial support, through to build rapport with the seller, and ultimately buying in.
The best laid holiday plans1 Dec 2016Adam Bernstein presents some expert advice on the often-tricky subject of holiday leave entitlements for employees, and how to handle requests for time off.
Ten things no one tells you before buying or starting a veterinary practice1 Nov 2016Helen Skinner of FTA Finance runs through a number of pieces of advice that first-time buyers should really know at the outset, helping them on their way during a stressful time.
Three reasons why your veterinary practice should implement patient management systems1 Nov 2016Anton Visser explains how using 'the cloud' to keep track of everything in the practice can maximise productivity and care.
VCT Investments: The low down on potential high profits1 Nov 2016Dylan Jenkins explains how investing in smaller business via venture capital trusts can reap huge rewards if done right.
Your clients’ brains want more evidence that your practice is safe1 Nov 2016Paul Green discusses ‘social proof’, including ways to gather and display it, using case studies, testimonials and reviews to increase practice footfall.
