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Number of self-employed aged 60 and over in the UK hits a record 991,000

September 5, 2024

An interesting new study highlights the significant number of self-employed individuals who are over 60. According to the digital community Rest Less, the number of people over 60 who work…

VAT registration – when should you register for VAT? Try HMRC’s handy estimator

September 5, 2024

If your business's "taxable supplies" over the past 12 months have exceeded the VAT registration threshold, you should register for VAT. As of April 2024, the VAT registration threshold increased…

How to start an eBay business: what you need to know

May 11, 2024

Are you thinking of joining in and trying your hand at becoming an eBay seller? Here's what you need to know about getting your new business off the ground.

Guide to insolvency, liquidation and bankruptcy for business owners

April 7, 2024

Running out of cash can have grave consequences for your business. It could result in it being put into liquidation or you being declared bankrupt.

Choose a limited company name – rules you need to know

January 29, 2024

Before you set up a limited company, you need to choose a suitable company name. Here we look at some important naming rules you need to know.

Directors – be aware of new Companies House rules in 2024

January 24, 2024

Companies House is implementing sweeping reforms to clamp down on financial crime and improve corporate transparency. How are limited companies affected?

How much has the April 2023 Corporation Tax rise cost you?

January 22, 2024

How does the post-April 2023 Corporation Tax (CT) regime work, and how much more tax small limited companies now pay as a result of the tax rise?

Why you need a cash flow forecast, how to produce one + downloadable templates

October 8, 2023

One of the most useful pieces of advice that established entrepreneurs give to people starting their own businesses is, ' Cash is king.’ It doesn’t matter what business you’re in…

Starting a business at university: practical tips from a student founder

October 4, 2023

A real student founder shares practical advice on starting a business at university, using spare time, campus resources, and real-world experience.

How to successfully manage your time via the OATS method

October 3, 2023

Do you have trouble getting done the things you need to? Do you sometimes find there are jobs left over at the end of the day? Do you not feel…