Can I Use "International" in My Company Name?
"International" in a company name needs proof of genuine overseas trading. Here's the quick version of the rule.
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"International" in a company name needs proof of genuine overseas trading. Here's the quick version of the rule.
Can I use "International" in my company name? Only if you can prove genuine overseas trading, here's the actual test.
Which characters and symbols can I use in a UK company name? The full list Companies House allows, and where the limits sit.
What is a shareholders agreement, and what should it cover? A practical guide for founders setting up or running a limited company.
How do I download my share certificate? Log in, find the shareholder, and download it in a couple of clicks.
How do I correct a director's date of birth with Companies House? The forms differ depending on when the error was made.
How do I add new shares or shareholders to my UK limited company? Filing SH01, share certificates, and telling Companies House.
Who owns a limited company? The shareholders do, not the director. Here's the actual difference between the two roles.
Company name change and your certificate of incorporation: you get a new "Certificate of Incorporation on Change of Name," not a replacement.
What's the difference between a director and a shareholder? Shareholders own the company, directors run it day to day.