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Dissolving a Company: What Does it Mean?
Dissolving a company refers to the process of removing or “striking it off” the Companies House register. Once a company has been dissolved, it becomes illegal for it to continue…
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Dissolving a Company: What Does it Mean?
Dissolving a company refers to the process of removing or “striking it off” the Companies House register. Once a company has been dissolved, it becomes illegal for it to continue…
Liabilities of Directors: Can Personal Finances be Affected by Business Insolvency?
The liabilities of directors differ depending on the type of company. In general, a director of a limited company has protection, however there are exceptions. Read on to find out…
What is Insolvency?
Insolvency describes the situation where a person or company cannot pay its debts. This means the value of assets and income will not cover what is owed. Read on to…
How Does Crowdfunding Work For Businesses?
Crowdfunding can help your business raise money from donations or investments from a large group of people. It lets start ups use online platforms to finance projects more flexibly than…
What is an Angel Investor?
Angel investors bring more than just funding to your start-up. They often also offer additional support, like a professional network to tap into and business expertise, that could be crucial…
What is Renters Insurance and Who Needs It?
If you are renting your home, insurance for your belongings won’t be covered by your landlord's home insurance. Here’s what contents insurance for renters covers and why it could be…
How Funding From Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs) Can Support Your Business
There are about 60 Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFI) in the UK that serve small businesses unable to access mainstream financing.
Loans to Buy a Business: Guide, Pros and Cons
Business loans aren’t just for building from the ground up. If you have experience operating a profitable business, securing a loan to buy a business might be an option for…
What is a Business Continuity Plan? And Why is it Important?
A business continuity plan is a type of business plan that helps businesses prepare for every eventuality that may impact their business, including economic and environmental factors. Learn why business…
How to Change a Business Account From Sole Trader to Limited Company
If you change from operating as a sole trader to a limited company, you’ll need to open a new account for the limited company. Here’s what to do, and how…
How to Change a Name on a Business Bank Account
You may want to change a business bank account name for a number of reasons including a company acquisition or rebrand. Learn the key things you need to know to…
Business Bank Mandate: What You Need to Consider
A bank mandate or account mandate informs the bank who can take financial actions on behalf of the company. Read on to learn more about how a bank mandate works…
Considering Closing Your Business Bank Account?
There are several reasons that you may choose to close your business bank account, these include if you have ceased trading or you want to switch accounts. Read on for…