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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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7 simple self-employed business ideas to get you started
Check out our list of exciting self-employed ideas to start a new business in the UK, from dog-sitting…
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A six-step guide to becoming a dance teacher
Follow these 6 steps to become a dance teacher, including dance teacher qualifications and training courses. Read more.
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How to become a freelance graphic designer: a guide to starting your own business
Want to become a freelance graphic designer? Read our guide to get the lowdown on qualifications, gaining experience…
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3-minute read
What is third party liability insurance?
What is third party insurance? Read more and find a clear meaning and definition, explained with practical examples.…
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9-minute read
How to open a takeaway: a step-by-step guide for new business owners
Dream of opening your own takeaway? If you’re prepared to get creative and put in the work, you…
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Electric meters for landlords: a guide to the different types
Find out about the different types of electric meters for landlords, including standard meters, smart meters, prepayment meters…
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How (and where) can personal trainers make the most money?
Thinking about how to make money as a personal trainer? Remember factors like location, employment status and experience…
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Where do window cleaners earn the most? Here are the top 10 regions in the UK by turnover
Wondering about where window cleaners earn the most in the UK? We dug into our data to find…
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Landlords pay more than £30,000 to evict problem tenants
Evicting a rogue tenant can now cost a landlord more than £30,000, with criminal gangs at the root…
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Tool thieves beware – break into this electrician’s van and get a 1000-volt shock from his home-made alarm
One electrician has created his own tool theft deterrent – a home-made alarm system featuring a 1000-volt zapper…
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