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Mar 15, 2021
What is a director's loan?
Most UK business owners need to understand why and how to use director’s loans - and grasp the risks and rules involved.
Mar 5, 2021
How to open a business bank account
Opening a new business bank account can help you cut costs and get improved service. But you still need lots of information to apply - so be prepared.
Feb 15, 2021
How to do a SWOT analysis
Here’s how to assess the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats associated with your business to evaluate its current position in the market
Feb 5, 2021
What is the Health & Safety at Work Act?
Under the Health and Safety at Work Act, you must protect your workers and others from health and safety risks. Here are your key duties.
Jan 22, 2021
What is crowdfunding and how does it work?
Crowdfunding keeps growing in popularity. It is a fast, efficient way for companies to get funding; bypasses banks; and is a hotbed for innovation.
Jan 8, 2021
Key tax year dates for small businesses in 2021
Many company’s tax and filing dates have changed for 2021 because of Covid-19 – here are all the right dates for your diary.
Dec 24, 2020
A company director’s guide to UK dividend tax
Fears of a hike in dividend tax have abated for now. But to pay dividends, you need to know how the tax works – here is your guide.
Dec 10, 2020
An employer's guide to the P11D form
If you give your staff any benefits or expenses that are not taxed through payroll, you need to know what a P11D form is and how to use it.
Nov 27, 2020
Do I need a business bank account?
Whether or not to open a business bank account depends on your financial needs and company structure. But it is preferable for many.
Nov 17, 2020
What is Business Asset Disposal Relief?
Business Asset Disposal Relief makes owning a company more attractive by allowing you to pay less tax if you sell the firm or your share of it.
Nov 6, 2020
UK letterhead requirements explained
There are legal requirements for the content of a company letterhead. What you need to include by law depends on the type of business you run.
Oct 27, 2020