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Read our blog posts below for information and advice on company formations, VAT registration, company types, business banking, and many other aspects of starting and building your business.

09 February 2022

What is an Off the Shelf Company?

An off the shelf company is a pre-existing company that is already registered with Companies House and ready for you to start trading.

11 January 2022

Can You Register A Business Name And Not Use It?

You can register a business name and not use it, and there are a couple of scenarios where this may be the best course of action.

22 December 2021

Are Entrepreneurs Born Or Made?

If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, this age-old debate question may be a topic of interest: Are some of us born with entrepreneurial genes or is business-savvy something that can be taught to mould you into an excellent businessperson?

22 December 2021

Ten Key Steps to Take When Forming a Company

Forming a company is an exciting prospect, but a lot of preparation needs to be in place to start off on the right foot. In this blog post we will take a look at the research, planning and effort that is involved when forming your own company.

22 December 2021

8 Best Practices For Starting and Running A Seasonal Business

Many of the challenges seasonal businesses face are the same as any other business. However, some are unique due to the nature of not being in demand all year round. In this blog post, we look at some best practices for starting and running a seasonal business.

22 December 2021

Does Your Business Need a Company Secretary

Despite the perceived job role of a secretary of answering phones and managing appointments, a company secretary’s role is quite different and complex. Having a company secretary can be beneficial to your business for many reasons.

22 December 2021

Have You Budgeted To Buy A Business?

An important part of becoming a successful entrepreneur is to carefully consider your finances and not overextend yourself. As budgeting is a critical component of any business, in this article we explore how to prepare a sensible budget when buying and managing a business.

22 December 2021

What Insurance Do You Need To Start A Business From Home?

There are a host of benefits that come with choosing to start and run your new business from home, but to do so you need to be adequately insured. As there are so many types of cover out there, in this article we look at some of the options you should research as a potential home-based business owner.

22 December 2021

The Best UK Towns To Start A Business

SME insurance provider Superscript recently reported on the most entrepreneurial towns in the UK, and the results may come as a surprise.

22 December 2021

What Insurance Do You Need To Start A Business?

Starting your own business requires a lot of thought and planning, and there are many things you need to put in place before you begin trading. One of these things is insurance. Let’s take a look at the insurance you may need for your business.

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