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We’re on the Tube!

As part of our drive in social media, we’ve created a YouTube channel for all things Made Simple Group: http://www.youtube.com/user/TheMadeSimpleGroup Our aim over the next few weeks is to upload as many videos possible relevant to our various services. So … Continue reading

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PRESS RELEASE: The Made Simple Group – 5th April 2011

NEWS: Companies Made Simple offers customers a ‘simple’ way to donate to charity. Matching donations pound for pound to raise money for the charity Bliss via the ‘Three Peaks in 24 hours’ challenge. DETAIL: Companies Made Simple has added an … Continue reading

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Feed our New Feedback Tag

At The Made Simple Group, we love feedback. That’s why we’ve added a “feedback tag” to all the pages on www.companiesmadesimple.com. If something about a specific page bugs you, or you just want to say how great we are, simply … Continue reading

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Cameron backs entrepreneurial spirit & small business

Prime Minister David Cameron says his government will “Back Small firms” and “Boost enterprise” as part of his growth strategy for the UK. Speaking in Cardiff on Sunday, Cameron went on to say he will “be on the side of … Continue reading

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Six planning steps to success for your Limited Company

1. Establish your mission. Your mission statement explains why your company exists. When you encounter a problem or a key decision, the answer will be informed by your mission. Think about why you started the company, what needs of the … Continue reading

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I’m the Secretary of a Limited Company and I’ve changed my name. What should I do?

Complete the CH03 (Change of secretary’s details) paper form and file with Companies House. Or… If you are on the Companies Made Simple system you can login, access your company and edit the name from there. The name change normally … Continue reading

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A Limited Company’s Annual Returns & Annual Accounts – not the same thing

Much confusion surrounds Annual Returns and Annual Accounts. So to clarify: • They are not the same thing. Annual Returns are a snapshot of general company information such as appointments, registered office and share structure. Annual Accounts concern the financial … Continue reading

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Registering Your Company Name: Spot the Difference

It’s always a disappointment if your application for a limited company is rejected by Companies House. You rack your brains as to what could possibly have gone wrong. Director appointed? Check. Shares allocated? Check. Valid UK Registered Office address stated? … Continue reading

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Two-thirds of Small Companies not offering Pensions

A report published by The Association of Consulting Actuaries (ACA) has highlighted the lack of pension opportunities being offered in small businesses. The Smaller Firm’ Pensions Survey states “At present, two-thirds of the UK’s smaller firms offer no pension scheme”. … Continue reading

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So what is a profit?

The important thing to note is that profit is “what’s left over.” In other words, profit is a residual. It is the consequence of what happens in and to your business. Some of these things are within your control and … Continue reading

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