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4 Tips to Help Your Small Business Chase Unpaid Direct Debits
With the latest research suggesting that failure rates for direct debits are around their highest recorded levels, we explore why this payment system is becoming more popular and viable for…
What is a VAT Loan?
The quarterly obligation of paying VAT returns to HMRC can be challenging for VAT-registered businesses for several reasons. VAT loans are a source of financing companies can use to avoid…
Top 6 Crowdfunding Sites UK
Raising money through crowdfunding could help you to start a business, launch a new project or expand the business to the next level. But determining the best crowdfunding platform for…
What is Equity Finance?
Equity finance allows your business to raise money by attracting investors to buy an ownership stake. It’s a way of funding growth without having to worry about loan repayments and…
How to Start a Baking Business
Starting a baking business means understanding your market, registering your business, understanding food and hygiene rules, and much more. NerdWallet’s five-step guide to setting up a baking business will help…
How to Start a Food Business
Starting a new business can be daunting at the best of times, but setting up a food business can be particularly challenging. Our complete guide offers information on licences, food…
How to Start a Window-Cleaning Business
Starting a window-cleaning business can be a rewarding way of becoming your own boss while enjoying physical outdoor work. In this article, you will find out how to register, fund…
How to Start a Cleaning Business
Starting a cleaning business in the UK is a multi-step process with several legal and financial requirements, such as registering and funding your company. This five-point guide will outline each…
What is Working Capital? Calculate and Manage it
Working capital, or net working capital, is defined as a business’s assets minus its liabilities. This formula sounds simple enough, but offers in-depth information about your business through understanding the…
Autumn Statement 2023: What It Means for Your Business
From business rates support to National Insurance cuts, there was a lot for businesses to unpack in Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement 2023. We take a look at the headline…
How to Open an Etsy Shop in 8 Steps: Etsy Fees and More
Create an Etsy account, list your first products, connect your payment methods and open your shop for customers.
Allica Bank Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features
Allica Bank’s Business Rewards Account is designed for established SMEs. Find out more about its pros and cons in our review.
Ulster Bank Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features
Ulster Bank offers three types of accounts for businesses. Find out more about its pros and cons in our review.
SumUp Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features
SumUp offers one business account designed for small businesses. Find out more about its pros and cons in our review.
Your Guide to Business Tax in the UK
For sole traders and limited companies alike, knowing what business tax you have to pay, and when, is crucial. Find out everything you need to know about UK business tax…