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Autumn Budget – what does it mean for small businesses?
From Labour’s business tax roadmap to fuel duty increases, read our Autumn Budget predictions.
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How to value a business: 7 strategies you can try
Valuing assets, comparing stock price and earnings and discounted cash flow are just a few valuation methods small…
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A guide to compassionate leave for employers
Discover what compassionate leave means and when your staff are entitled to take it, as well as what…
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Small business mergers and acquisitions – what’s the difference?
Companies evolve and grow all of the time – and sometimes that means merging with or acquiring another…
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MOT checklist for van and business drivers
Do you drive for work and ask yourself when is my MOT due? Read our guide to MOTs…
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Cash basis vs accrual accounting – what’s the difference?
As a small business owner you might be wondering which accounting method to use: accrual or cash basis…
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Best tools for social media management – compared for small businesses
Create and schedule posts across all your social media channels. Compare features of these paid and budget-friendly tools…
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How to become a nutritionist: a guide for the self-employed
A career as a nutritionist can be financially fruitful while making a positive impact on people’s lives. Read…
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Access to Work: a self-employed guide to disability grants
The self-employed may be eligible for a grant to support mental or physical health at work. Read about…
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International shipping from UK: a guide for small businesses
Need to know about the rules, taxes and costs associated with international shipping? Read our guide for online…
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Sick pay for self-employed people
Does self-employed sick pay exist? Our guide discusses whether the self-employed can claim sick pay, and other sickness…
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