Getting started

Our guide to the difficult early steps when starting up…

What can you claim tax relief for?

Key tax issues you need to know about.

Defining your business purpose.

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?

19 Dec 2025

Interest rates cut to 3.75%

The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75%, bringing the cost of borrowing down to its lowest level in nearly three years.

18 Dec 2025

The UK will bring cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, into a regulatory framework, with legislation due by 2027.