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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 May 2018
HMRC scam warning: the latest con and 5 others to avoid

You should think twice before acting on messages left by the tax service, as HMRC reveals it received 84,549 reports of fraudulent tax refund messages in March 2018 alone.
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15 May 2018
Landlords could earn £162,000 over 25 years – for each property they own

Landlords have received an unexpected boost as new research revealed their profits could reach more than £6,000 a year – for each property.
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14 May 2018
Starting a management consultancy business in the UK

Management consultancy is a huge industry in the UK – and it can be a great opportunity if you’re an entrepreneurial business expert looking to work for yourself.
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11 May 2018
MPs call for power to confiscate landlords’ property

So called ‘rogue landlords’ should have their properties confiscated, according to MPs.
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11 May 2018
How to get into interior design and start your own business

Want to work in the creative industries? Have a great visual eye? Then starting an interior design business could be for you.
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10 May 2018
Tool theft hotspots: data reveals worrying trends for tradespeople

Tradespeople across the UK are losing out on thousands of pounds, as sophisticated thieves target vans for the expensive tools inside.
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10 May 2018
5 top technological trends for business in 2018

Technology moves so fast it can be difficult to keep up, with things only seen in science fiction 20 years ago now becoming reality.
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10 May 2018
How to keep tools safe in a van: top van security products and tips

With tool theft on the rise, van security is a top priority for tradespeople, and if you’re keeping your tools in your van, it’s important that you take steps to keep them safe.
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9 May 2018
New business funding - the expert guide

If you’re an up-and-coming entrepreneur, you’re going to face the challenge of getting investment for your small business.
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9 May 2018
Guide to the latest employment law updates and changes in the UK for 2018

2018 is already shaping up to be a key year for employment law updates. With several changes already in effect, read on for the latest in UK employment law in 2018, and to find out when more updates will be coming in soon.
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