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5 things you need to know about MTD for Income Tax
Five things you need to know to kick-start your own MTD for Income Tax preparations ahead of the April 2026 changes
START A NEW BUSINESS
Checklist for starting a business the simple way
Read our simple 18-item checklist to take you through every step of starting your own business. All your questions answered.
GRANTS
150 UK small business grants to apply for right now
In need of some funding for your small business? These grants should give you a boost, wherever you’re based in the UK
COMPANY CARS
Company car insurance rules
What is the difference between fleet car insurance and business car insurance? As an owner-director of a small business, which one is right for you and your employees?
TAXATION & ACCOUNTING
8 Accounting Software Platforms for Making Tax Digital
Here, Mariah Tompkins scrutinises accounting software options that small businesses can use for their digital tax returns.
EMPLOYMENT
Employment Rights Bill – what’s in the legislation?
UPDATED: We take a look at Labour’s Employment Rights Bill and how the business community has reacted to the measures
INSURANCE
Business insurance: 10 common questions answered
Without the right business insurance, your company could find itself in financial hot water. Read on to find out how best to protect your business.
BANKING & LOANS
A guide to small business funding: Loans, eligibility and applications
In this article, we’ll walk you through what business funding is, the different types of funding you can apply for, how to make sure you’re eligible and how to secure your loan. What can a business loan be used for? There are a variety of reasons why a business might opt to apply for funding,…
UTILITIES
Best mobile deals for small businesses
Need a mobile phone for your small business? Here are the things you should be considering and what’s available from the UK’s biggest networks
PAYMENTS
Best payment processors for UK small businesses – 11 of the best
11 of the best payment processors for UK small businesses reviewed to help you choose the best payment system for your SME
SALES
Sales pipeline management from a small business perspective
In this guide, you’ll find out what a sales pipeline is, how to set one up and how to manage it – with tips from the experts
DIGITAL MARKETING
Six digital marketing tools every small business needs
Getting a strong grasp of digital marketing is important for small businesses. Here are the best tools to help you
MARKETING
Marketing planning: Getting your business the exposure it needs
One of the biggest challenges faced by small business owners is the creation and implementation of their marketing strategies. They know they need a marketing plan, but where will they find the resources to create that plan? There are marketing methods available to you that will cost you little or no capital and will net…