What is a sole trader? A small business guide
WEBBeing in business on your own, if you don’t set up a limited company at Companies House to run your business through, then by definition, you’re a sole trader. When you’re a sole trader, you are self-employed, and legally, you and your business are one and the same. We’ll explore what that means in a bit more detail shortly.
Best UK small business accounting software – review guide
WEBJan 11, 2024 · Today, Clear Books provides clear and simple cloud accounting and payroll software to thousands of small businesses in the UK. Pros: Cons: Pricing: Small business: £6.50 per month for first three months then £13 a month. Medium business: £14 per monthfor first three months then £28 a month.
The 6 best VOIP providers for small businesses
WEBUnlimited calling (with desk phone): £15.50 per user per month. Targeted at startups and growing businesses, bOnline is the VoIP system that claims to give small businesses enterprise-level communication services at an affordable cost. Starting from £7 per user per month, it’s certainly one of the cheapest UK VoIP providers.
A guide to Statutory Sick Pay for employers - Small Business UK
WEBIn order to qualify for SSP, employees must: Have an employment contract. Have worked under that contract. Have been sick for four or more days in a row. Earn an average of at least £123 per week (for 2022/23 tax year) Have notified you of their sickness within your stipulated time limit. In some circumstances an employee may be ineligible for ...
Crowdfunding UK small business: everything you need to know
WEBEquity crowdfunding is regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The risks of investing in ECF are very high and the shares you buy will be illiquid unless the company is sold or IPOs. A few have arranged private share sales, but their number is very limited. There is currently no reliable secondary market.
How to create a great business website and ensure it’s found
WEB2. Building great website content and great pages. 1. Home page – keep the homepage visually impactful, short, to the point and think about what you want your customers to see and do after finding you. Website home pages also need a strong call to action. The call to action gives customers a chance to turn the page of your website and find ...
Opening a business bank account - how-to and best accounts
WEBLloyds. Eligibility: Start-Up and Small Business Account is aimed at businesses with estimated turnover of up to £3m. Free banking period: 12 months. Account fee: £7 a month. Metro Bank. Eligibility: Businesses must have a turnover under £2 million. Free banking period: Free for account balances over £6,000.
Getting and setting up a business domain name - Small Business UK
WEBYour first and best option is to go with a different domain extension. Let’s say bettybakes.co.uk is taken – you can opt for bettybakes.uk or bettybakes.net. Alternatively, try a variation of your desired domain name. For example, bettybakes.co.uk can become bettysbakery.co.uk. Just remember that it must be easy to recall and difficult to ...
Hiring an accountant: A small business guide
WEBHiring an accountant will free up time to focus on other priorities when running your small business, reducing the risk of errors which can prove detrimental if left to chance. An accountant can provide specialist advisory services and spot potential financial issues early on, reducing the risk of being investigated by HMRC.
Registering a company name – a Small Business guide
WEBSource: Companies House. Registering a company name costs £12 online at Companies House and can be paid by debit or credit card or PayPal account. A company is usually registered within 24 hours. If you need to register immediately, you must apply online at Companies House before 3pm and pay an additional £100 fee.
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