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Employment status tool launched - the ultimate IR35 test
A new online employment status test has been launched which can work out if you are caught by the IR35 rules in a mere ten minutes. [September 2, 2010] [In IT Contractors]
A new online employment status test has been launched which can work out if you are caught by the IR35 rules in a mere ten minutes. [September 2, 2010] [In IT Contractors]
Accountants remind employers to file P45, P46's online and on time
The ICAEW has reminded employers to submit their in-year PAYE forms to HMRC when an employee leaves or joins their company. The P45 and P46 starter and leaver forms must be filed correctly as failing to do so may result in penalties. [September 2, 2010] [In Tax & Accounting]
The ICAEW has reminded employers to submit their in-year PAYE forms to HMRC when an employee leaves or joins their company. The P45 and P46 starter and leaver forms must be filed correctly as failing to do so may result in penalties. [September 2, 2010] [In Tax & Accounting]
Startups 100 list reveals the UK's most exciting new companies
The 'Startups 100' list was announced last week, identifying the country's most innovative, inspiring and ground-breaking new businesses. [September 1, 2010] [In Business News]
The 'Startups 100' list was announced last week, identifying the country's most innovative, inspiring and ground-breaking new businesses. [September 1, 2010] [In Business News]
How should I fund my start-up?
Business planning expert Alan Gleeson looks at some of the key considerations business owners need to make when seeking funding during the early stages. [August 31, 2010] [In Business Finance]
Business planning expert Alan Gleeson looks at some of the key considerations business owners need to make when seeking funding during the early stages. [August 31, 2010] [In Business Finance]
Landlords Insurance Guide - Online cover available
Any business faces unpredictable threats and risks on a daily basis. An overview of landlords insurance and what it covers. [August 30, 2010] [In Business Insurance]
Any business faces unpredictable threats and risks on a daily basis. An overview of landlords insurance and what it covers. [August 30, 2010] [In Business Insurance]
Entrepreneurs invited to take part in Deloitte survey
Business advisory firm, Deloitte, is inviting entrepreneurs to take part in its annual survey to gather views from the dynamic business owners that underpin the economy. [August 27, 2010] [In Business News]
Business advisory firm, Deloitte, is inviting entrepreneurs to take part in its annual survey to gather views from the dynamic business owners that underpin the economy. [August 27, 2010] [In Business News]
Top tips to prolong your small business summer
During the summer months, the responsibility of running your own business can be a particularly challenging time of year for small business owners. Now, as summer draws to a close and the rain re-appears, many small business owners are still in need of a summer holiday. [August 26, 2010] [In Start-Up Guides]
During the summer months, the responsibility of running your own business can be a particularly challenging time of year for small business owners. Now, as summer draws to a close and the rain re-appears, many small business owners are still in need of a summer holiday. [August 26, 2010] [In Start-Up Guides]
10 lessons on how to survive the highs and lows of starting up
Chris Robson, author of Confessions of an Entrepreneur provides some helpful tips on how to survive the initial stages of starting up a new business [August 25, 2010] [In Start-Up Guides]
Chris Robson, author of Confessions of an Entrepreneur provides some helpful tips on how to survive the initial stages of starting up a new business [August 25, 2010] [In Start-Up Guides]
Free business banking for startups - what to look out for
One of the first things you will do when you set up a new business is to apply for a business bank account. Free business banking is something all business owners strive for, but what does "free" actually mean, and what should you look out for when opening a business account? [August 24, 2010] [In Business Banking]
One of the first things you will do when you set up a new business is to apply for a business bank account. Free business banking is something all business owners strive for, but what does "free" actually mean, and what should you look out for when opening a business account? [August 24, 2010] [In Business Banking]
Make it harder for customers to walk away
The easiest money your business can get is from existing clients. Someone who has a relationship with you is much more likely to spend money with you again. Here are seven ways you can make it harder for existing customers to walk away from your business: [August 24, 2010] [In Sales & Marketing]
The easiest money your business can get is from existing clients. Someone who has a relationship with you is much more likely to spend money with you again. Here are seven ways you can make it harder for existing customers to walk away from your business: [August 24, 2010] [In Sales & Marketing]
21 killer ideas to get free publicity
Here are 21 ideas you can use to get free publicity. With these PR tips you'll be able to make publicity a major part of your marketing mix. [August 23, 2010] [In Sales & Marketing]
Here are 21 ideas you can use to get free publicity. With these PR tips you'll be able to make publicity a major part of your marketing mix. [August 23, 2010] [In Sales & Marketing]
20 questions you should ask any business angel network
Establishing the quality of a business angel network can be tricky, especially as every network wants to present itself as the best around. But a good quality network is fundamental if you are to stand any chance of securing the funding that your business needs. [August 19, 2010] [In Business Finance]
Establishing the quality of a business angel network can be tricky, especially as every network wants to present itself as the best around. But a good quality network is fundamental if you are to stand any chance of securing the funding that your business needs. [August 19, 2010] [In Business Finance]
IR35 review to be a priority of new tax simplification body
The newly created Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) has been tasked with reviewing the much hated IR35 legislation "as a priority". [August 18, 2010] [In IT Contractors]
The newly created Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) has been tasked with reviewing the much hated IR35 legislation "as a priority". [August 18, 2010] [In IT Contractors]
Choosing a name for your small business
When starting up a new business, one of the first things you need to do is choose a suitable name for your enterprise. [August 17, 2010] [In Set Up a Company]
When starting up a new business, one of the first things you need to do is choose a suitable name for your enterprise. [August 17, 2010] [In Set Up a Company]
An overview of salary sacrifice arrangements
We look at how salary sacrifice arrangements work in practice, and how they may be of benefit to higher earners who face an income tax hike following the introduction of the additional tax rate band, and the gradual loss of personal allowance once a taxpayer hits £100k. [August 17, 2010] [In Tax & Accounting]
We look at how salary sacrifice arrangements work in practice, and how they may be of benefit to higher earners who face an income tax hike following the introduction of the additional tax rate band, and the gradual loss of personal allowance once a taxpayer hits £100k. [August 17, 2010] [In Tax & Accounting]
How presentations can win you business
Presentations have been called the business equivalent of an open goal. They represent real opportunities. Of course there are skills involved, as with anything, but you can impress if you go about it the right way. [August 16, 2010] [In Start-Up Guides]
Presentations have been called the business equivalent of an open goal. They represent real opportunities. Of course there are skills involved, as with anything, but you can impress if you go about it the right way. [August 16, 2010] [In Start-Up Guides]
Work from Home - Home Office Insurance Guide
2.1 million businesses are run from home, with another 1,400 starting each week. It can be a great low-cost way to start your business but working from home can invalidate your existing insurance polices. Here's our guide to making sure your home-based business is adequately insured. [August 13, 2010] [In Office & Home]
2.1 million businesses are run from home, with another 1,400 starting each week. It can be a great low-cost way to start your business but working from home can invalidate your existing insurance polices. Here's our guide to making sure your home-based business is adequately insured. [August 13, 2010] [In Office & Home]
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