About

Anna is Senior Reporter, covering topics affecting SMEs such as grant funding, managing employees and the day-to-day running of a business.

Business Technology

Cheapest card payment machines

 

We show you the cheapest card machines that are available on the market by transaction fee

Business Technology

Best payment processors for UK small businesses – 11 of the best

What's the best payment system for your small business? We review 11 of the best payment processors for UK SMEs.

Accounting

13 of the best prepaid business cards

You may have come across prepaid business cards as a cashflow management option before. Here, we explain what a prepaid business card is, the pros and cons, and what the best prepaid cards on the market are.

Business Technology

Microsoft Windows 10 support ends – here’s what you need to do now

Support for Windows 10 is no more, leaving you with a few options as to what to do next. We share some insights from the experts

Business Technology

5 of the best phone systems for your remote workers

With more firms working remotely, business owners are reviewing their phone systems. We talk you through some of the best ones around.

Business Technology

Top 5 virtual landline providers for small businesses

Taking payments as a small business

Are there any free card readers for small businesses?

Cutting costs is a key focus for a lot of small businesses at the moment. Here are the card readers at the lowest price – purchase or rental.

Accounting

The pros and cons of taking manual bank transfers as a small business

Wonder if taking manual bank transfers from customers is the right move for your business? We explore the ups and downs of these payments

Podcasts

Marnie Swindells: ‘I must make sure Lord Sugar knows he made the right decision’

In this episode of Small Business Snippets, Anna Jordan meets Marnie Swindells, founder of Bronx boxing gym and The Apprentice winner 2023

Small Business Insurance

Do I need freelancer insurance? A full guide

Oh, where to start with freelancer insurance. We've done our best to guide you through why you need it, what types you need, plus extra tips

Finding and selling to customers

Which card payment machine should I get for my small business?

 

Find out the benefits of taking card payments along with some of the best card machines for your small business' needs

News

How do I verify my identity on Companies House?

Find out how to verify your identity with Companies House as a director or PSC before the deadline kicks in on November 18, 2025