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.
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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
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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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
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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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.