Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
The financing channel looks at the different small business funding options available to start-up companies and established SME businesses looking to grow. Read a wealth of guides and tips to help manage your accounts and cash flow better, views on the future of business banking and where to source alternative finance.
Bookkeeping is something every small business needs to keep on top of. So, what is the best bookkeeping software for your small business? We compare 7 of the best for keeping track of income and expenditure
Accounting
Accounting
Looking for a new accounting software provider for your UK small business? Here are 5 accounting software providers to choose from.
Accounting
Here some helpful accountancy and payroll software and practices can make the process less complicated and less time-consuming
Accounting
Let's talk you through how to choose the right accounting software for you and your small business
Business Loans
Adam Pescod explores the main options when it comes to debt finance for UK small business operators and start-ups.
Small Business Banking
If you have surplus funds, why not deposit your business revenue into a dedicated business savings account?
Small Business Banking
We’ve rounded up some of the best business bank accounts created with sole traders in mind
Accounting
Here are three strategies to help you avoid overpaying on tax so that you won't be out of pocket waiting for an HMRC refund
Small Business Banking
We’ve rounded up some of the best business bank accounts created with sole traders in mind
Accounting
Here are three strategies to help you avoid overpaying on tax so that you won't be out of pocket waiting for an HMRC refund
Sole trader
Getting on the wrong side of the taxman can be extremely unpleasant and costly. Simon Thomas offers 5 tips to help you stay out of trouble
Accounting
Here, we supply a helpful template to help you create your self-employed invoice and give you a few pointers on what to include
Accounting
We explain the three key financial statements and how you can use them to spot trends, improve cash flow and manage debt
Funding your small business
If you fancy making your business and its operations that bit greener, these eco grants will help you get there
Employing & managing staff
In Aviva’s latest SME research*, 57 per cent of employers surveyed agreed that nowadays employees expect benefits to protect against loss of income or earnings. What do you offer your people?
Partner content
Business broadband offers a host of advantages over standard domestic connections, here’s why you should be considering an upgrade
Partner content
As with any supplier, it’s important to do your research and ask important questions before you select a broadband provider for your business. But what are the must-have things you should take into consideration?
Business Technology
Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings