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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.

07 April 2022

What is a Nominee Shareholder and What Are The Benefits of Having One?

When registering a private company, there are a number of legalities that are important to get right. This includes naming the roles of the director and shareholder, for example. This information is public record and could therefore create problems if the shareholder wishes to remain anonymous.

16 March 2022

What is a Nominee Company?

The appointment of a nominee company or shareholder will help keep the beneficiaries’ identity safe and anonymous. There are many reasons why a beneficial owner will use a nominee company, whether it be for personal or business reasons.

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

What To Expect When Applying For A Start-Up Loan

Start-up businesses have considerable costs in their early stages, so many people turn to loans. But what is a start-up loan? And is your business eligible for one? In this article we explore everything you need to know about start-up loans.

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

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

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

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

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.

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