ECB does not cut interest rates: Understand the Impact and Future Prospects
ECB not cutting interest rates: Understanding the Impact and Future Prospects Conservative Decision in Uncertain Times The European Central Bank (ECB) has opted for a cautious approach, deciding not to cut interest rates. This measure will persist until inflation stabilises at 2%. A [...]
Compete 2030: New Support to Boost Portuguese Companies
Compete 2030: New Support to Boost Portuguese Companies The Compete 2030 programme launches new support aimed at strengthening the competitiveness, sustainability and resilience of Portuguese companies. This announcement therefore represents a significant milestone for the country's business fabric, offering a range of incentives designed to promote [...]
Using a property as share capital for a company
Using a property as a company's share capital is a practice that can be advantageous for those wishing to set up or increase the capital of a company in Portugal. This approach consists of transferring ownership of a property to the company, contributing to its share capital. In [...]
What's changing in your tax return? A complete guide for 2024
What's Changing on Your Tax Return in 2024: A Complete Guide Introduction: Navigating the Tax News As we approach 2024, the question is: what's changing on your tax return? We are entering a period of fiscal transformation, with significant changes in store. Consequently, this [...]
Insider data breach prevention.
The Importance of Insider Data Breach Prevention in an ISO 27001 Certified Accounting Firm Information security in an accounting firm goes beyond protecting data from external threats. Internal failures, known as insider data breaches, also represent a significant risk. These incidents occur when [...]
IRS Tables 2024: Understand the Changes and the Impact on the Family Budget
IRS Tables 2024: Understand the Changes and the Impact on the Family Budget Introduction to What's New in the IRS Tables 2024 The IRS Tables for 2024 have already been announced, bringing significant changes for taxpayers in Portugal. Initially, it's imperative to understand how these changes affect tax calculation [...]
Annual Notice Plan for 2024: Opportunities to grow your business
Annual Notice Plan for 2024: A Framework for Entrepreneurship Introduction: What the Plan Represents The Annual Notice Plan for 2024 has emerged as a crucial initiative aimed at boosting the entrepreneurial sector in Portugal. This plan not only offers valuable opportunities for companies of various sizes, but also [...]
IAPMEI Training Programme: More Competitiveness for Portuguese SMEs
Introduction to the IAPMEI Training Programme The IAPMEI Training Programme, in partnership with Nova SBE, opens up innovative paths for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Portugal. This programme not only addresses, but also effectively solves the challenges that SMEs face, revitalising the competitiveness of the Portuguese economy. [...]
The New Construction Code being analysed...
Transformation with the Construction Code Initially, the Construction Code emerged as an innovative response to the complexities of the property sector. This article by Serro & Andrade offers an in-depth look at the details and significant impacts of the Construction Code. Consolidation of Laws: A Legal Framework Firstly, the core [...]
Reform and Simplification of Licensing in Portugal: More Agility and Efficiency
Reform and Simplification of Licensing in Portugal: More Agility and Efficiency for New Homes The reform and simplification of licensing in Portugal represents a significant step towards making the process of building new homes more agile and efficient. This recently approved government measure aims to reduce bureaucracy and [...]
Portugal 2030 Applications Open: Serro & Andrade Helps Companies Find Financial Support
Open Applications for Portugal 2030: Serro & Andrade Helps Companies Find Financial Support The Open Applications for Portugal 2030 represent an unmissable opportunity for micro-enterprises and SMEs throughout the country. This programme offers up to 400 million euros in support from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) [...]
Discover the New Opportunities of the Portugal 2030 Call for Proposals Plan
Discover the New Opportunities of the Portugal 2030 Call Plan A Milestone in National Innovation! Finally, the long-awaited Portugal 2030 annual call for proposals has come to light. With a colossal investment of 6.2 billion euros, it promises to catalyse the growth of companies and [...]