How can I set up payroll without an accountant?
I need to set up tax, PAYE and NI for my limited company in the UK. Can I achieve this without an accountant?
Accounting
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I need to set up tax, PAYE and NI for my limited company in the UK. Can I achieve this without an accountant?
Accounting
Accounting
As manufacturing businesses create goods, they have extras to factor in when it comes to accounting. Angela Ashworth of Purple Lime explains more.
Alternative finance
Trading in an ever-unpredictable market requires strict money management policies. Any successful forex trader will tell you that having a good trading system is not enough; you will need to apply money management to protect your portfolio.
Accounting
A business credit card can be a good option to ease a cash flow squeeze, but there are many other benefits to using a business credit card. Here, we take a look.
Business Loans
Here, Charlie Paton of Seawater Greenhouse talks about the inner workings and requirements of match funding after winning an award.
Accounting
Here, Emily Coltman of Freeagent answers a reader's query on whether they should charge clients VAT.
Small Business Banking
Here, we explore the key things you need to know when selecting the right credit card for your business needs.
Tax
Chris Barwick of Sheards Accountants answers a reader question on the amount of tax you need to pay if you have a side business.
Small Business Banking
Here, we explore the key things you need to know when selecting the right credit card for your business needs.
Tax
Chris Barwick of Sheards Accountants answers a reader question on the amount of tax you need to pay if you have a side business.
Alternative finance
Here, Jenny Tooth of the UK Business Angels Association explains why she thinks that angel investment is better than foreign direct investment.
Small Business Banking
In this piece we discuss best practice for finding, opening, and running a business bank account.
Accounting
We explore what you need to know about doing business in foreign currencies.
Tax
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Business Technology
To run an optimal business, you must have optimal tech. We explain why you must upgrade your business technology on a regular basis
Investing in a franchise
Starting a new business is an exciting venture. But – especially in well-established industry sectors – a key question is whether it would be better to buy a franchise or go solo.
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