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How to create a website for your business
Learn everything about creating a business website, from finding the best domain registrar and hosting provider to building a website people will revisit.
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What Business Tax Relief Are You Entitled to?
Find out how you can qualify for tax relief that could potentially reduce your small business' tax bill.
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55 trending business ideas for 2025 and beyond
Thinking of starting a business? Here are 55 practical ideas to help you get started, including AI spinoffs, low-cost options and home-based working.
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How to register a business?
Here’s everything you need to know to make sure your side hustle is legitimate including the difference between being a sole trader and a limited partnership, which might be right for you, and the deadlines and paperwork you need to consider
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How to improve cash flow in a small business: 8 practical ways
Learn how to improve cash flow in your small business with actionable tips on forecasting, payments and costs to keep your growth on track.
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How to make an invoice
If you’ve set up your own business, knowing how to create an invoice correctly is crucial to ensuring you get paid, as we explain.
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What can a financial adviser do for your business? Benefits explained
The right financial adviser can help you grow your business and ensure it is profitable in the long term. Learn how to pick the right adviser for your company.
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What to Do if Your Bank Has Closed Your Business Bank Account
Find out what to do if your business bank account has been closed and how to recognise and challenge your bank if it has acted unfairly.
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How to Register a Trademark in the UK
Protect your business’s critical brand elements like slogans, logos and product names with this step-by-step process for registering your trademark.
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Do you need business insurance for working from home?
If you run a business from home, insurance is something you’ll need to think about. We look at the different types of business insurance available and help you decide what you need.
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When should you apply for a business credit card? Key timing tips
Discover the perfect time to apply for a business credit card and improve your chances of being accepted. Learn about the process and why it’s vital for small businesses.
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How to get out of business debt in eight steps
Use our step-by-step guide to address business debt and regain control of your finances.
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How to start a side hustle in 2025 (and actually make money)
Looking to earn extra income in your spare time? Find out how to choose the right idea and turn your skills into something profitable.
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Personal guarantees for business loans explained
Agreeing to provide a personal guarantee can help your company qualify for a business loan. Here’s what you need to know.
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30 small business ideas for 2026
Keen to set up a small business in 2026? Here’s our pick of the best businesses to start this year.
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