The 6 best VOIP providers for small businesses
WEBPricing. Essentials: £12.99 per month Standard: £19.99 per month Premium: £24.99 per month Ultimate: £29.99 per month If you’re looking for a great all-rounder, look no further than RingCentral. More than 400,000 businesses make use of its simple and affordable VoIP service to manage their daily communications.
What is a sole trader? A small business guide
WEBBeing in business on your own, if you don’t set up a limited company at Companies House to run your business through, then by definition, you’re a sole trader. When you’re a sole trader, you are self-employed, and legally, you and your business are one and the same. We’ll explore what that means in a bit more detail shortly.
What are business rates? A guide for small businesses
WEBBusiness rates are one of the UK’s oldest taxes; its origins can be traced back to the Poor Law of 1601. Business rates can be roughly defined as the tax paid for the occupation of a non-domestic property. They approximately correspond to 50 per cent of the annual rent of the property. Business rates are based on a specific value, known as ...
Advice and Ideas for UK Small Businesses and SMEs
WEBSmallBusiness.co.uk provides advice and useful guides to UK sole traders and small businesses. Our goal is to help owner managers and entrepreneurs to start, run, grow and succeed in business, helping turn your business idea into a profitable business.
7 advantages of being a sole trader - Small Business UK
WEBIPSE’s director of policy, Andy Chamberlain, told Small Business: “If you operate as a sole trader, it’s a bit more straightforward than a limited company.You work and get paid as an individual – which is the way most freelancers work. You still have to pay tax on your profits but there are fewer compliance burdens than those that work via a limited company.
Mileage allowance in the UK – what is it and how does it work?
WEBHowever, the recommended rate is 45p per mile (HMRC, 2023). It is also important to note that a rate higher than 45p per mile will be rates on excess. So, if your employee drives 70 miles you can figure out their mileage allowance using this equation: 70 x 0.45 = 31.5.
How to start a freelance career in the UK – a beginner’s guide
WEBFind out what your potential client is seeking to achieve from the project in question. Tailor your CV to demonstrate how you can add value to the project. Always detail the measurable outcomes of your previous work and how they have benefitted your employers. Recall your learnings from previous jobs.
How to challenge your business rates - Small Business UK
WEBThe VOA is held to account through the Check Challenge Appeal process and cases lodged should be managed to strict deadlines, although the VOA is currently very behind and has a backlog of Check Challenge Appeal requests. Neither the VOA or a local authority will approach a business to check or reduce their business rates liabilities.
Best UK small business accounting software – review guide
WEBJan 11, 2024 · Today, Clear Books provides clear and simple cloud accounting and payroll software to thousands of small businesses in the UK. Pros: Cons: Pricing: Small business: £6.50 per month for first three months then £13 a month. Medium business: £14 per monthfor first three months then £28 a month.
What is the UKCA mark and how does it affect my small business?
WEBThe UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA) mark is due to replace the European Union’s CE markings on products sold in England, Wales and Scotland. The changes include allowing products assessed this year under EU standards to be sold on the market in Great Britain in 2023 without the need for retesting. Instead manufacturers will simply be able to ...