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Trading Name vs Company Name: What's the Difference?
Trading name vs company name: what's the legal difference, which one protects your business, and how to choose both correctly.
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The Flat Rate VAT Scheme Explained
The Flat Rate VAT Scheme explained: how it works, who can join, current thresholds, and when it doesn't pay off for your business.
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How to Start a Cleaning Business in the UK
How to start a cleaning business in the UK: planning, legal steps, pricing, and marketing, in one practical guide.
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Making Tax Digital for Sole Traders: 2026 Rules, Thresholds and Deadlines Explained
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax starts in April 2026. Here's who's affected, what changes for sole traders, and why some are considering a limited company.
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Business Forms: Commission Agreement
A commission agreement sets out the terms between a business and an introducer who brings in new customers or suppliers. Here's what one covers, when you need it, and how it differs from other commercial agreements.
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I'm a Sole Trader, Do I Need to Register with Companies House?
Sole traders do not need to register with Companies House. You do need to register with HMRC for Self Assessment. Here's what that involves and what else you're responsible for as a sole trader.
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What are Inflation, Recession, and Interest Rates?
Inflation, recession, and interest rates come up constantly in the news, but what do they actually mean for you and your business? Here's a plain-English breakdown of all three.
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Our Guide to Small Business Insurance
Most small business insurance isn't legally required, but the right cover can be the difference between a manageable setback and a genuinely serious one. Here's what to know.
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How To Protect Your Business Name
Your business name is the foundation of your brand. Here's how to protect it in the UK through company registration, trademarks, and name reservation, and why doing it early matters.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Forming a Limited Company
Forming a UK limited company involves six key steps, from choosing your structure and company name to completing ID checks and registering with Companies House. Here's everything you need to get it right.