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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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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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Work out your take-home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35. Make running your business a breeze!

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Running a business

Need help getting your business finances in shape? Webinar and Q&A with top tips and simple steps to get your business in good financial health.

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Running a business

Making the decision to hire employees is a big one for any small business, so it's good to weigh up the costs, so you're aware of how much you're looking at

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Running a business

Discover how a press release is set out, and what information the recipient is expecting to get out of it. Copy and edit our free press release template!

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Running a business

What are your options when you are working as a contractor? We take a look at the pro's and con's of both agency work and finding clients directly.

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Running a business

You've spent weeks on a piece of work and you justifiably want to show it off to prospective clients - what's the best way?

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Running a business

A collection of the most righteous put-downs to petty complaints which sent the companies viral. Pull up a seat and enjoy!

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Running a business

Having been involved in an identity theft scam on Elance , I've since learnt a few things about the risks of using these freelance marketplaces.

Running a business

We take a good look at the different websites and resources providing useful information to those wanting to go it alone and become self-employed.

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Running a business

Using the controversial typeface on your small business’ branding may be a faux pas worth avoiding. Here's why so many people hate Comic Sans.

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Running a business

They’re loud, proud and ready to spend, spend, spend.

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Running a business

Going back to full-time work, or retiring? This article explains everything you need to know about how to de-register as self-employed.

Running a business

Chosen a business partner (or partners)? It’s time to decide which type of business partnership you’ll be entering into. Here's what you need to know.

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