Finance
How to finance your limited company, choose a bank account, deal with pension and succession planning.
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Workplace pension auto enrolment – a guide for small company owners
As a business owner, you must automatically enrol any employees into a workplace pension scheme. Here we look at how the new pension rules work, and explain why many small companies are exempt.
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Paying into a pension from your limited company
If you run your own limited company, there are two ways you can pay into a pension fund, both of which offer significant tax advantages.
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How to get a mortgage as a limited company director
In this guide, we look at how the mortgage process works for limited company directors, what to look out for, and how to secure the best rates.
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How to deal with inflation as a small business
With double-digit inflation likely to persist for at least the short-term in the UK, how can small company owners shield their businesses from spiralling costs?
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Should you set up a buy-to-let limited company?
Here’s how owning a rental property through a buy-to-let company differs from owning it in your own name, and a look at the pros and cons.
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Tide limited company bank account – £50 cashback for LCH visitors
Here we look at the features of Tide’s business bank account – which includes £50 cashback for LimitedCompanyHelp visitors.
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Combine your old pensions – advantages and disadvantages
We look at what pension consolidation involves, and the pros and cons of combining your old pensions into one single easy-to-manage plan.
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Can I use my personal bank account for business?
Whether or not you need a separate business bank account depends entirely on whether you are going into business as a sole trader, or setting up a limited company.
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Business valuation – how much is your company worth?
Whether you’re thinking of selling or seeking more capital to grow your business, a valuation will give you a clearer picture of your company’s financial health. And more leverage in those all-important negotiations.
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How to open a limited company bank account
When it comes to forming a limited company, one of the key decisions you face is choosing the best bank account to support your business.
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What are business angels, and how can I secure investment?
When you’re first starting out in business, finding new sources of income is often difficult – but seeking the backing of a business angel may offer good solution.