What is the £120,000 FSCS and does it apply to business bank accounts?
We look at what the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is and how it protects sole trader and limited company bank deposits.
Can you have multiple business bank accounts as a sole trader?
Can you use more than one business account as a sole trader? Learn when it makes sense, how to stay organised, and tips for managing multiple accounts.
How to raise money to start and grow your own business
Starting on your own? Explore the main ways to raise money for a new business — from personal savings and bank loans to grants, crowdfunding and investors.
Tide small business bank account – £50 cashback!
We have set up a partnership with Tide, which is trusted by over 1.5m businesses. Find out how to open a free business account. Plus get £50 cashback.
Can I open a business bank account with bad credit as a sole trader?
How to open a business bank account as a sole trader even with bad credit. Compare Tide and Zempler, see how their no-credit-check process works.
Can you open a business bank account before you start trading?
Find out if you can open a business bank account before you start trading, and what banks need to see before activating your account.
Should I use a card reader for my small business or self-employed work?
Thinking of using a card reader as a sole trader? Here’s how they work, what they cost, and when it makes sense to take card payments.
Can you use a personal bank account for your business – and should you?
Sole traders can use a personal bank account, but should they? Here’s what HMRC says, the risks involved, and when to switch to a business account.
Do I need a merchant account to take card payments?
Most self-employed people don’t need a merchant account in 2025. Here’s how card readers work instead, and which setup suits your business.
Zempler Business Go bank account fees + review
Our Zempler Business Go review covers features, fees, pros and cons, and how it compares with Extra and Pro. A good choice for the self-employed.