Latest Moving premises Questions & Answers
What to do when moving business premises
Our business has taken over the lease on a premises previously used by another company. How can we ensure that our company is found when searched for online and by service providers? Is there anywhere we can officially register the address and business?
Advice on leases
I took premises 15 months ago on a 4.5 year lease but my business has grown faster than I expected and I now need to move to a larger site. Can I can get out of the lease earlier than I am entitled to?
Existing debts on a property
We are looking into buying a café but it will have existing debts, if we purchase the lease will we be liable to clear previous owners debts?
Paying travel expenses when relocating
When a business relocates premises does it have to pay travelling expenses to employees who have further to travel to their place of employment?
Details on enterprise zones
I have a furniture manufacturing business and need to find new premises. How can I find details on enterprise zones?
Transporting computer equipment
Are there any issues with transporting a computer? We are just about to move offices and I don’t want to damage anything in the process, is there anything I should do to prevent damage before shifting all our equipment?
Being energy efficient
How can I make my business more energy efficient?
What to do with old computers
I’m upgrading and want to know what I can do with all of our old computers. It seems a waste to just throw them away as they still work, they’re just outdated for our needs.
Tax efficient borrowing
I am buying an existing retail business for £150K, which includes the freehold of a shop. I have £50K equity and need to borrow £100K. What is the most tax efficient way of doing this? If I take out a commercial mortgage to buy the freehold of the shop (approx £85K), can I offset the mortgage interest and ongoing property maintenance costs against my tax liabilities on profits?
