Should I charge my clients VAT?
Here, Emily Coltman of Freeagent answers a reader's query on whether they should charge clients VAT.
Accounting
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.
Here, Emily Coltman of Freeagent answers a reader's query on whether they should charge clients VAT.
Accounting
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
Utterly stumped by Value Added Tax? Here's everything you need to know about VAT registration.
Accounting
Emily Coltman of FreeAgent discusses capital assets and gives her top tips for dealing with them in your business accounts.
Tax
Utterly stumped by Value Added Tax? Here's everything you need to know about VAT registration.
Accounting
Emily Coltman of FreeAgent discusses capital assets and gives her top tips for dealing with them in your business accounts.
Business Loans
In need of some cash? We take a look at what small companies need to bear in mind before pursuing a business loan.
Accounting
In this article, we will take a closer look at the most common issues faced by companies relating to VAT.
Accounting
Late payments can cause endless problems for small business owners, and it's not just cash flow. We explore the extent of the issue and speak to three entrepreneurs about their experiences.
Tax
Here are some of the common triggers associated with HMRC tax investigations, along with how you can reduce the chance of them occurring.
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
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.