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Ever Thought of Starting a Business?

If you’ve always dreamed of starting your own business, you’ve come to the right place. Our new business hub has all the info and resources you need to give your venture the best possible start.

Are you looking to turn your hobby or passion into your next career? Do you have a killer idea for a side hustle or a new business? Sick of working for the man and ready to strike out on your own? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

What business should I start?

Answer each question carefully to complete the quiz.

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Starting your own business can be an immensely rewarding experience, but it also carries its fair share of challenges. Whether you need help deciding what type of business to run, tracking down funding or finding the best financial products to suit your style, NerdWallet UK can help you every step of the way.

We’ve got guides on how to start all sorts of different businesses, from dog walking to baking and everything in between. These guides give you the tools and know-how to make a start. Take a look below.

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How to Start a Business in Seven Steps

How to Start a Business in Seven Steps

Do you want to become your own boss, but don’t know where to begin? From coming up with an idea and researching it to funding and registering your business, there’s a lot to get your head around when getting a new venture off the ground. Luckily, that’s where NerdWallet can come to the rescue. Read our seven-step guide on how to start a business, from ideation to promotion and everything in between.

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Guides, tips and tricks

Best Accounting Software for UK Small Businesses February 2025

Finding the best accounting software for your small business can make keeping on top of your finances much easier. But where should you start? Compare the pros and cons of…

How to Write an Invoice

Whether you’re new to writing invoices or believe you could be doing it better, our guide below covers everything you need, from what information to include to the pros and…

Does Your Business Need a Virtual Office Address?

Keep your home address private, save on company admin and receive your post anywhere in the world with a virtual office address. Here’s our guide to business address services, how…

17 Sources of Business Finance For Small Businesses & Start Ups

From unexpected opportunities to growth plans to cash flow struggles, there are a host of reasons why you might need business finance. But not every form of borrowing suits every…

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New Business Checklist

New Business Checklist

Unsure about the steps you need to take to get your new venture off the ground? Our downloadable new business checklist will walk you through the process of setting up your business. Simply tick off each step when you’re done and move on to the next!
Download our checklist here.

Business Plan Template

Business Plan Template

Ready to put your plans down in writing? A business plan sets out all the key information about your venture, and business plans are often essential to access funding or convince backers of your ideas. Our downloadable template gives you all the tools you need to write a winning plan.
Download our business plan template here.

Finance, funding and key products

Trying to understand your business finance options? Whether you are starting up, self-employed or looking to grow your business, find the knowledge you need and the products that can help with our comprehensive guides, articles and comparison pages.

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GRANTS FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Small business grants and start-up business grants can help take your organisation to the next level. Here, we explore the options available for businesses in various sectors across the whole of the UK.