Business
Practical guides and advice for running and growing a business in the UK, covering company registration, business plans, tax basics, costs and day-to-day management for small business owners.
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How to Close a Limited Company in the UK (2026): Strike Off vs Liquidation
To close a limited company in the UK, solvent companies with little left to distribute usually file a voluntary strike…
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Can I Use My Home Address as a Registered Office? 7 Rules + Risks (2026)
Short answer: yes, you can use your home address as a registered office address for a UK limited company. Companies…
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What Is a Confirmation Statement? Deadline & £50 Fee (2026)
A confirmation statement (form CS01) is the yearly check-in every UK limited company files with Companies House to confirm its…
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Company Name Rules UK: What’s Allowed, What’s Banned (2026)
UK company name rules require your name to be unique — not the same as any registered company name —…
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7 Mistakes to Avoid When Registering a Limited Company (2026)
The most common mistakes when registering a limited company in the UK are skipping identity verification, picking a name Companies…
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Documents Needed to Register a Limited Company: 2026 UK Checklist
To register a limited company in the UK you need: a unique company name ending in Limited or Ltd, a…
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How Long to Register a Company UK: 24 Hours or 10 Days?
If you have a business name picked out and a client waiting for an invoice, the one question that matters…
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Cost to Register a Limited Company in 2026 (£100 + More)
If you are about to turn your business into a limited company, the first question is usually the simplest one:…
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How to Write a Business Plan for a UK Bank Loan (2026)
If you walk into a UK bank and ask for a business loan, the first thing the loan officer will…
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Sole Trader vs Limited Company in the UK: Which Is Better?
If you are starting a business in the UK, one of the first big decisions you will make is how…
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