Starting up in business

Concise information on the key issues to consider when starting up in business. Click on the links below to access the relevant information.

Business plans

Every new business should have a business plan. It is the key to success. If you need finance, no bank manager will lend money without a considered plan. We consider why you should draw up a plan and what it should include.

Business structures - which should I use?

Having made the decision to be your own boss, it is important to decide the best legal and taxation structure for your enterprise. The structure for you will depend on your personal situation and your future plans. Consider the options available.

Considerations when starting a business

It is the ambition of many people to run their own business but there are many issues and pitfalls to consider. What issues should you consider when setting up in business?

Could I really make a go of it?

If you are looking to run your own business, it is worth looking at what is required to succeed.

Credit control

We consider what you need to be checking in order to understand if your customer can support the amount of credit you are granting.

Insuring your business

When starting a new business, you will no doubt recognise the need for insurance. It can provide compensation and peace of mind should things go wrong but can also represent a significant cost. We consider the types of insurance you may need.

Raising finance

Every business needs finance - we look at what type of finance is best suited to the development of your business.

Sources of finance

The financing of your business is the most fundamental aspect of its management. Get the financing right and you will have a healthy business, positive cash flows and ultimately a profitable enterprise. We summarise the means of finance that are available and where we can help.

Blog posts

Consultation on extension of IR35 rules

HMRC has published guidance on the extension of the off-payroll working rules (also known as IR35) to the private sector.

07 May 2019

Government confirms implementation of pensions dashboards

The government has confirmed that the initiative to introduce a pensions dashboard will go ahead.

07 May 2019

'Springtime' tax scams target young people

HMRC has warned young people in the UK to 'stay vigilant' in order to avoid falling victim to 'Springtime' tax refund scams.

07 May 2019

Latest guidance for employers

HMRC has issued the latest version of the Employer Bulletin.

07 May 2019

VAT fuel scale charges

HMRC has issued details of the updated VAT fuel scale charges which apply from the beginning of the next prescribed VAT accounting period starting on or after 1 May 2019.

07 May 2019

Money Laundering

HMRC has published a list of businesses that have not met their obligations under the Money Laundering Regulations.

07 May 2019

'Flexible extension' to Article 50

Business groups, including the British Chambers of Commerce and the Confederation of British Industry, have commented on the six-month 'flexible' extension of Article 50.

07 May 2019