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Proof of earnings

What documentation can be requested from a self-employed individual as accurate proof of gross or net monthly/annual earnings?

Accounting

News

Microsoft launches free office accounting software for small business

Microsoft has announced the launch of Microsoft Office Accounting 2008, which aims to enable small businesses, from sole traders to businesses with up to 25 employees, to more effectively manage their finances.

Accounting

Proof of earnings

What documentation can be requested from a self-employed individual as accurate proof of gross or net monthly/annual earnings?

News

Microsoft launches free office accounting software for small business

News

Failure rates for UK business

Courier and haulage companies are the most likely to fail in the UK and restaurants and bars are three times more likely to go bust than other UK businesses, reveals research by accountancy group UHY Hacker Young.

Buying and selling a company

What to ask when buying a business

I haven’t run a business for a number of years and am thinking of buying into a café that is already well established. What questions should I be asking and who should I ask?

Small Business Banking

Credit history issues: A way around?

I have opened a retail shop in a busy area, I am seeking a business bank account to enable credit/debit card payments. I currently have a very poor credit history but until 5 months ago it was very good. I have a partner with a good credit rating. Will she be able to apply if I make her a shareholder as I have chosen to make the company limited?

Small Business Banking

What banks can do for your business

Business banking is a fiercely competitive market and high street banks now offer added-value services to small and medium-sized enterprises.

Small Business Banking

Use credit cards safely as a small business owner

Business owners are increasingly using personal credit cards to fund their businesses, particularly when it comes to major purchases such as vehicles and equipment.

Business Ideas & Planning

How to write a business proposal

Writing a business plan or proposal is a difficult but vital skill for anyone starting up, with many issues to consider and include.

News

Funding solutions for your business

Small and growing businesses looking to raise funds could benefit from two free and comprehensive guides launched by the Department of Trade & Industry.

Buying and selling a company

Valuing a business to buy

If you are looking to buy a business, there are several factors that can influence the price you will pay.

Business management

Improve your forecasting skills

Forecasting is one of the cornerstones on which your business is built, and as such, should not be a task that is hurried or completed without due care and attention.

Business management