Free business guides

We’ve put together a series of free guides to help you kick start your freelance career, excel at your new contract job, or get your small business up and running.

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Guides to help your business thrive

Whether you’re new to contracting or an experienced self-employed professional, these free guides will give you the information you need to operate the right way and help grow your business.

Just click on any guide that takes your interest, complete a short form and it’s all yours.

Just as there are many different types of business, there are many different types of accountancy firms to support them. Our guide looks at the options to help you choose the right accountant for your business.

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There are several tasks associated with starting a business that will give you the best chance of success. This essential guide covers some of the most critical aspects of starting a business.

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Accounting software opens up a whole new world to managing your business finances. Our guide walks you through the benefits and helps you choose a package that is best for you and your business.

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If you’ve decided to work through a Limited Company, this useful guide will provide you with information on your obligations and responsibilities in your role as a Limited Company Director.

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If you run a business, some of the costs you incur to operate can be claimed back as a business expenses. Find out what expenses you can claim tax relief on when working through your Limited Company.

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Setting up a Limited Company is one of the most popular ways for contractors and freelancers to structure their business. In this guide, we explain how to set up, manage and promoted your new Limited Company business.

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As the owner of a Limited Company, a partner in a partnership or a freelancer, you’ll need to make a decision about registering for VAT. This guide walks you through the main VAT schemes and helps you get it right.

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Whether you are starting out in a contract or freelance career, or have been working that way for a while, our guide will help you to familiarise yourself with the essentials of IR35.

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Winning new clients is an exciting part of freelancing. Our guide contains great tips for finding work, along with ways to raise your profile and promote your business.

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Just as there are certain obligations when running a Limited Company, there are proper legal procedures for closing one. This guide explores some of the options for closing or suspending a business.

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