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Running a business

Unlock the mysteries of your start-up's legal framework with our in-depth guide on Articles of Association. Learn its relevance, structure, and how to choose or amend them effectively.

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Running a business

Rather than seeing accountants as an expense, consider them an investment in the financial health of your business and your own personal wealth and wellbeing.

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Running a business

Is it better to be a sole trader or a Ltd. company? Learn about the detailed pros and cons of each option in this article.

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Running a business

Looking to sell on Etsy? Learn to set up your shop, understand Etsy's fees, optimise your listings, and navigate UK tax implications to succeed as a small business in the UK.

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Check out our accounting packages for sole traders and limited companies, along with our amazing free bookkeeping software.

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Stay up-to-date with the latest news affecting small businesses, and network with like-minded self-employed people.

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From understanding expenses to starting a limited company, we’ve a range of jargon-free business guides for you to download and keep.

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What help is available for small businesses, gig workers, and the self-employed affected by coronavirus (COVID-19)?, image of a globe with a mask | Crunch
Running a business

The government has announced financial measures to support businesses through the Covid-19 emergency. There's support for certain employees, businesses and self-employed.

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Running a business

It’s essential to make sure that you keep your personal and business banking separate, so you’ll usually need a dedicated business bank account.

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Running a business

The Conservatives' 'National Living Wage' is not the same as the one proposed by the Living Wage Foundation. We look at the differences.

Running your UK limited company or sole trader business when you’re not resident in the UK
Running a business

If you live outside of the UK but run a UK-based limited company, there are certain rules you’ll need to be aware of to effectively run your business.

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Running a business

How long does trademarking a company last? How much does it cost? What's the difference between trademarking a company & registering one? All this and more.

Has your contractor insurance really got you covered?, image of someone on a laptop | Crunch
Running a business

This handy checklist will help you understand what to look out for when arranging insurance cover as a contractor.

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Running a business

Public Liability Insurance won’t cover you retrospectively, so you should have it in place as soon as you start to interact with members of the public.

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Running a business

A handy, jargon-free checklist to prepare you for when times take a turn for the worse.

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Running a business

The Coronavirus Business Bounce Back Scheme is designed to provide quick access to cash . We've put together this guide to help you make a claim

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Running a business

Our ultimate business tips guide covers everything from which hand to hold your drink, to the secret tricks that the most successful people swear by.

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Running a business

Even self-employed veterans can struggle to generate small business leads. Here's a checklist of how small business can get in front of the right people.

Best Linkedin profile tips for freelancers, contractors and small businesses - Crunch
Running a business

From choosing the best LinkedIn profile picture to nailing your headline, our tips will help freelancers and the self-employed find work on LinkedIn.

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