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Starting a new business - everything you need to know
You're going on an adventure, but you don't have to go alone. Plot a path straight to success with guides to help you set up your business, simplify your finances and grow your profits.
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Striking out on your business journey
Here's what you need to know before you set up your brand new business - and who you need to notify.
How to write a business plan
Our step-by-step guide will walk you through writing a startup business plan.
Sole trader or limited company: which is best for you?
Explore the pros and cons of setting up your business as a sole trader or limited company.
How to come up with a name for your business
Finding a name that's unique, catchy and reflects what your business does can be easier said than done. Here are some tips that might help.
How to register a business name
Want to register your business name? From limited companies to sole traders, we've got your back with our helpful guide.
The stress-free guide to registering as a sole trader
Discover the rules you have to follow when you set out in business as a sole trader.
Legal requirements of becoming a sole trader
Get to grips with these seven basic legal responsibilities that you must keep on top of in your new life as a sole trader.
Setting up as a limited company
Are you thinking about setting up a limited company but feeling a bit overwhelmed? Find all the information you need.
Does your small business need insurance?
Business insurance can offer valuable peace of mind - find out whether you're required to have a policy by law.
How to find your business's first customers
Six cost-effective ways to attract the first paying customers for your small business.
Setting a registered office address for a limited company
Setting your registered office address is an important step when you run a limited company. Find out how to get it right first time.
Making sense of your finances
Tips to build a healthy business, from setting up a business account to understanding your cashflow.
How to create a business budget
You don't need to be a financial wizard to create a brilliant business budget - here are six simple steps to follow.
Do you need a business bank account?
Find out whether or not you have to use a business bank account to manage your finances.
How to price your product or service in 5 easy steps
Pricing tips to help you cover your costs, make a decent profit and maximise sales.
A beginner's guide to pricing projects
A rundown of the most common project pricing strategies for small businesses and freelancers.
Accruals basis accounting and cash basis accounting explained
Explore the key differences between accruals basis and cash basis accounting and what to consider when choosing which to use.
How to make a cashflow forecast
Find out how a cashflow forecast can help you take control of your business finances, then download our handy template.
Navigating grants for startups and small businesses
Find out where you can apply for grant funding for your startup, and learn about the application process.
Alternative funding for small businesses in the UK
Looking to grow your business without relying on a bank loan? Our guide to alternative funding for small businesses is here to help.
Which expense receipts do you need to keep?
Here's a quick reminder of the rules around record keeping and business expenses.
How to file your Self Assessment tax return with HMRC
The deadline for filing your Self Assessment tax return is 31st January. Fortunately, there are a few easy ways to file.
5 tips for hiring an accountant for your small business
Searching for the perfect accountant for your small business? Here are five tips to help you to choose the right one.
Gaining ground and customers
Learn how to keep the momentum up and continue growing your business and customer base.
9 inexpensive marketing ideas for your small business
Here are some creative and inexpensive ways of promoting your small business that won't break the bank.
A guide to local SEO for small businesses
Discover how to make your business more visible online and grow your customer base with these simple local SEO tips.
9 mistakes small businesses make and how to avoid them
Find out how to avoid some of the most common mistakes that small business owners can make.
How to create customer profiles
Creating customer profiles can help you maximise your marketing budget. Here's how to get started.
How to do a competitor analysis
In this article, we outline a step-by-step process for completing a competitor analysis for your small business.
How to do market research when starting a business
Doing some basic analysis can help you feel confident that your business will succeed. Here are five tips for researching your market.
A beginner's guide to small business metrics
Looking for examples of business metrics and want to know what software to track them with? Check out this run-through.
Essential apps for working from home
We've collated a few apps that can help make working from home both efficient and enjoyable.
Customer concentration: everything you need to know
Find out what customer concentration is, what the risks are and how you can sort high concentration in your business.
How to be the best boss you've ever had
Here are some tips on how to take care of yourself when you're the person in charge.
A small business owner's guide to work-life balance
Here are some ideas on how to tip that work-life balance back in your favour.
Your adventuring essentials
Make business clearer and life easier with these handy tools.
Accounting terms and what they actually mean
FreeAgent's Chief Accountant Emily Coltman provides you with an easy A-Z of accounting terms
Could accounting software save you time and money?
Find out if using FreeAgent could save you time and money on running your business.
Tax rates for UK businesses
Understand where your business stands with HMRC - check up-to-date tax rates, thresholds, limits and charges.
Downloadable calendar
Calendar of small business tax dates
Download the key accounting dates in an ICS file, ready to be added to your calendar of choice.
Download nowEvents and videos
Take the weight off and watch a webinar packed with expert tips for new businesses.
Take control of your cashflow
In this webinar, our Chief Accountant, Emily Coltman FCA, talked through how to implement effective cashflow strategies for your business in a challenging economic climate.
Getting Started webinar
We give you the lowdown on FreeAgent’s key features in this webinar designed especially for new users.
Emily's Self Assessment essentials
In this webinar, our Chief Accountant, Emily Coltman FCA, gave an overview of the Self Assessment tax return, how it works and what you're likely to need to put into yours.
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