Knowledge: 2010

How to complete you your first Self Assessment

As the end of the year approaches, many first-time Self Assessment taxpayers will be starting to panic about filing their return.

If you are bankrupt can you be a director of a company?

Reviewed for 2018

Bankruptcy is a major problem for current or potential company directors. If you are struggling under the weight of debts and are considering bankruptcy as a solution, it is vital that you understand the implications for your business.

Best alternatives to Royal Mail for small businesses

Updated for 2017

Royal Mail is on thin ice with business owners. The organisation, which has long been criticised by the business community, is suffering from an exodus of customers dissatisfied with delays, short opening hours, and unpredictable service.

Freelance branding tips you should follow from the start

Branding might not be the first thing you think of as a freelancer. Many people presume that this is the preserve of large companies with huge marketing budgets. But, in reality, branding is a vital task facing any freelancer or small business owner.

What Starbucks can teach you about location-based marketing

Like it or loathe it, since its inception Starbucks has consistently explored new marketing techniques and technologies. The coffee juggernaut directs a significant proportion of its revenues into marketing – and the benefits are clear to see.

Student tenants - the top 5 problems and how to avoid them

Despite their reputation, students can be great tenants. They are generally easy to find, pleasant to deal with, and simple to please.

Avoiding the 5 most common landlord insurance claims

Landlords have a range of risks to deal with – and some are more common than others.

Business tax deadlines: Self Assessment, Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE, NICs

Reviewed for 2018

As a business owner you need to meet a range of important tax deadlines throughout the year. We have compiled a list of some of the most important, to help make sure you meet fulfil your obligations.

6 ways to increase footfall in your retail store or local shop

Reviewed for 2018

Increasing footfall is a key part of any retail business’s expansion plan. Growth in footfall is vital if you are to achieve your long-term goals, and maximise your profits.

Landlords and tenants - who is responsible for property maintenance?

Property maintenance is a perennial sticking point for both landlords and tenants. Disagreement over the upkeep of a property is amongst the most common causes of conflict in a tenancy.