October 2020

28 October 2020

15 business ideas you can start from home

Is running a business from home your dream job? Here are 15 ideas to help you see what could suit you best. 15 home business ideas 1. Online selling Whether it’s eBay, Amazon, or on your own website, you can buy and sell goods online. Ecommerce is a… Read more

26 October 2020

Guide to business rates

If you run a business in the UK, you’ll need to pay business rates on your business property. This guide takes you through what you need to know! What are business rates? You’ll need to pay business rates if you use a non-domestic property. This… Read more

21 October 2020

6 ways to finance your small business

Financing your business isn’t always easy! But, it can help you grow your business. Here are 6 ways you can fund your business, from using your assets to getting a grant. Before financing your business, you should create a business plan and budget.… Read more

19 October 2020

What are capital allowances?

Capital allowances are how you deduct costs for plant and machinery from your tax return. Find out what you need to know about capital allowances with this guide! What are capital allowances? When you buy fixed assets that you use for your business,… Read more

14 October 2020

How to brand your business

No matter the size of your business, creating a brand can help gain more customers! Here’s a guide to help you get started branding your business. What is branding? Your brand is your business identity. Typically, when people think of a brand, they… Read more

13 October 2020

How to set up as a sole trader

Becoming a sole trader is a great way to start running your own business, but there’s lots to think about before you make that commitment. From how to become your own boss to what you need to consider before you start, find out what you need to… Read more

12 October 2020

When to hire an accountant

There’s lots of accounting you can do yourself, but sometimes you might need a little help. From daily bookkeeping to financial advice, we take you through what you can expect from working with an accountant. Help with day-to-day bookkeeping Your… Read more

6 October 2020

Social media tips for small businesses

Social media is a simple free tool to help you spread the word about your business. In this guide we help you get started with step-by-step tips. What do you want the result to be? Before you start building a social media presence for your business,… Read more

5 October 2020

What is IR35?

If you’re working as a contractor, it’s important to know about changes to IR35 regulations that are coming into force in April 2021. What is IR35? IR35 is off-payroll working rules for clients, workers (contractors) and their intermediaries. This… Read more