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Getting started

Taking the difficult early steps.

Our guide to the difficult early steps when starting up…

Defining your business purpose.

What can you claim tax relief for?

Key tax issues you need to know about.

Key tips for developing a memorable image.

Be tax efficient when deciding a year end date.

Considerations when operating as a company on incorporation.

Are you sufficiently covered?

LLPs explained.

The key legal requirements.

Essential considerations when choosing your base.

Maximise your chances of gaining funding.

The pros and cons of buying 'off-the-shelf'.

Choosing the structure that best suits your needs.

Home working do's and don'ts.

How to write an effective business plan.

What are your ultimate goals?

16 Jul 2026

HMRC says it is making it easier for informants to report serious tax fraud and avoidance through the Strengthened Reward Scheme.

15 Jul 2026

Significant reforms to small business finance have been announced by the government.