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    Oct 31 2019

    Social Enterprise Checklist for a Strong Funding Application

    If you are applying for grants, outcome-based funding, or capacity building support, you will have…

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    Mar 29 2019

    4 common mistakes to avoid when starting your own recruitment agency

    Making the jump to start your own company can be a daunting prospect; everyone’s heard…

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    Mar 12 2019

    Finding a business partner to help you get off the ground

    2018 was a good year for UK startups, with London, Birmingham, and Manchester being the…

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    Jan 15 2019

    An Introduction to Shareholders' Agreements

    What is a Shareholders’ Agreement? A Shareholders’ Agreement is an agreement which governs the relationship between…

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    Sep 11 2018

    Setting up a limited partnership

    You can set up a limited partnership to run your business. You must have at least…

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    Sep 11 2018

    Setting up a limited liability partnership (LLP)

    You can set up (‘incorporate’) a limited liability partnership (LLP) to run a business with…

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    Aug 22 2018 5 minute read

    Simplified expenses part 1

    Simplified expenses are a way of calculating some of your business expenses using flat rates…

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    Aug 21 2018

    Simplified expenses part 2

    Vehicles Calculate your car, van or motorcycle expenses using a flat rate for mileage instead of…

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    Aug 9 2018

    Your start up checklist - A step by step guide

    Sometimes in your enthusiasm to start your business you may get a step ahead of…

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    Jul 17 2018 4 minute read

    Business records if you're self-employed

    If you're self-employed you must keep business records such as your business accounts and records relating to your income. Keeping these records…

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    Jul 16 2018 15 min read

    A guide to: registering your business as a limited company

    To set your business up as a limited company, you'll need to ensure you register your…

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    Jul 16 2018 4 minute read

    Business expenses for the self employed

    If you’re self-employed, your business will have various running costs. You can deduct those costs that…

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