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Start-up funding
Although winning the lottery to get funding for your start-up might seem like an easier than getting a bank loan – there are still other forms of finance out there.
What insurance cover does my business need?
Buying insurance for any small business can be a baffling, process; how do you know which insurance policies are needed?
What do you want from the Budget?
Businesses desperately need a Budget that helps them through the pain of the recession. We asked entrepreneurs and experts for their wish lists for Chancellor Alistair Darling.
A guide to asset based lending and invoice finance
Credit is what sustains most businesses. Without access to a working credit line, many small businesses would find it impossible to bridge the cash flow gap between the raising of an invoice and its eventual settlement.
Grants for small businesses
Finding government grants for start ups can be like tracking down the golden fleece. But government finance for small businesses is available if you know where to look.
Recession beater: Martin Warner
Martin Warner is chief executive and co-founder of business networking site Talkbiznow. Despite the tough economic climate, the company successfully got funding and launched in August and is already making a profit.
Have your say: Funding for women
Financial institutions may well need a shake up when helping female entrepreneurs. SmallBusiness.co.uk speaks to some women in business about their experiences of raising finance and asks for your comments.
Purchase orders explained
When issued to a supplier for provision of goods or services, purchase orders are legally binding. This guide explains how they can help small businesses track orders and receive payment for work done.
Angel funding tips from the Den
If your original source of funding dries up or you fail to convince the bank manager, does that mean you should call it a day? With the forthcoming launch of the online business angel network Angels Den, founder and managing director Bill Morrow is keen to point out that there is lots of money in the pockets of business angels waiting to be invested. SmallBusiness.co.uk reports.
Podcast: The major concerns for UK small business
Mick Hegarty, director, BT Business, and John Dunsmuir, Managing Director of the British Chamber of Commerce, discuss the concerns for UK small businesses in this short audio podcast.
The tax return clinic
SmallBusiness.co.uk and Andy Hardy from TaxCalc.com demystify the tax returns process and offer top tips on how you can ensure that you don’t get caught out by the taxman or pay unnecessary fines.
Factoring: Get your funding to work harder
‘More and more owner-managers are recognising that significant time savings can be made if they outsource this element of their operations to factoring specialists,’ says Lloyds TSB Commercial Finance.
Risking It All expert gives funding advice
Julia Chanteray, resident business expert on Channel 4's Risking It All programme, founded business advice and mentoring service The Joy of Business to help small firms through the difficult early years of growth. SmallBusiness.co.uk caught up with Chanteray and asked her to share some pearls of wisdom on the funding routes available for small firms.
How to file Employer PAYE Returns
Filing your employer’s PAYE End of Year return online is the quickest and easiest way for small business owners to send HMRC your details before the 19 May deadline. It also pays for small businesses to file online, as those who do will qualify for the scheme’s £150 incentive. Here are some useful tips from SmallBusiness.co.uk and HMRC to help you file yours successfully and hassle-free.
Pre-budget insights
With Chancellor Gordon Brown due to make his Budget speech to the House of Commons on 21 March, it will be interesting to see how he approaches the task, bearing in mind that it’s widely believed to be his last. SmallBusiness.co.uk and Chas Roy-Chowdhury, head of tax at ACCA have these insights into the forthcoming budget.