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4-minute read
Are landlords responsible for boilers?Â
Where do landlord responsibilities for boilers start and end?
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5-minute read
The best joint business account for small businesses (2025)
Discover the pros, cons, and alternatives of joint business accounts for small businesses.
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5-minute read
Barista boom? Coffee shop hotspots revealed
New data reveals the UK cities with the most indie coffee shops.
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18-minute read
Side hustles that can actually work – and how to get started
Extra income ideas and proven side hustles that really work.
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4-minute read
What to do if you’ve been given old pound coins or notes
A quick trip to the bank should help.
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7-minute read
Can HMRC check your bank account without your permission?
HMRC has the power to check personal information by issuing a ‘third party notice’ to banks.
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11-minute read
Break even point: an essential business formula
Here’s how to work out your break even point.
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3-minute read
UK construction: workloads rise, but skills shortage persists
Are these recent wins enough to stop problems caused by the skills shortage?
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3-minute read
Landlords hit by surge in tenants leaving contracts early
Unexpected void periods and extra costs for landlords.
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8-minute read
‘How I secured £25,000 for my business’: 7 business grants for women
Discover 7 business grants for women – plus hear from 3 business owners who’ve won.
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