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Our Knowledge team are here for one reason – to be ahead of the headlines affecting your business or rental.

But we’ll also point you in the right direction for business insurance – be it public liability insurance for tradesmen or insurance for shops and other professionals – while also giving you the steer on landlord insurance (it’s what we do, after all!).

So whether it’s breaking news, industry tips, or an in-depth guide, it’s perfect coffee break reading, wherever you are.

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17 July 2019
How to open a restaurant – a 9-step guide

There’s no doubt that starting a restaurant business takes dedication. Make a success of it, however, and it can be as rewarding as it is challenging.
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16 July 2019
Landlords beware: fraudulent tenant applications are on the rise

The number of tenants using fraudulent information to secure a rental property has soared in the past year, new figures have revealed.
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15 July 2019
Which type of insurance does your charity need?

Whether it’s a community project or a niche counselling service, charities come with unique risks.
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12 July 2019
Business startup costs in the UK: what to consider

While there can be significant costs to consider when starting a business – and potentially even more once you’re up and running – a little forward planning can help you figure out if your business idea is financially feasible.
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11 July 2019
5 ways the next Prime Minister could help landlords

The Tory party leadership race is due to finish on 22 July – how will the new Prime Minister transform the landscape for landlords?
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9 July 2019
A guide to completing a construction site risk assessment

There’s a lot to think about with construction site risk assessments – from notifications to safety plans to examination reports and more.
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8 July 2019
A complete guide to tax for small businesses

A complete small business tax guide – one of the most important resources you can bookmark. Make sure you take a look at our Self Assessment and tax resource page too, for all the details on small business tax, in one place.
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5 July 2019
What is an employer PAYE reference number (or ERN) – a simple guide

An employer PAYE reference number is also known as an Employer Reference Number, or ERN. It’s an important piece of information that you should hold on to after hiring your first employee.
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3 July 2019
4 ways self-employed parents can save money during the summer holidays

Self-employed and dreading the thought of the money (and time) involved in keeping the kids occupied this summer?
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2 July 2019
Assured shorthold tenancy agreement template

We’ve partnered with Clarkslegal to bring you a free assured shorthold tenancy agreement template – something every landlord should consider having in place.
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