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The £6,000 annual cost of going self-employed and how to avoid itGoing self-employed brings plenty of flexibility but you also have to forego workplace perks such as pensions and holiday pay.
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How asset finance can help your company growAsset finance can make more sense than a bank loan for a small business – but seek advice before signing on, says David Prosser
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Are you paying too much in business rates?It is worth checking your company's business rates bill, as new data shows that over half of appeals result in a reduction
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How to get your own start-up business off the groundIf you want to get a start-up business up and running, a lack of money can be an obstacle – but there are ways around it, says David Prosser.
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Investing in the SEIS – big profits from small venturesThe government-backed and tax-efficient Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) is a tempting proposition for investors.
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The oil crisis could tip Britain into a full-scale recessionOpinion An oil crisis will expose the frailties of the British economy. It may already be too late to do anything about it, says Matthew Lynn
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How UK Government support could help your SME growSponsor Content Created With UK Government
SMEs are optimistic about the year to come – and accessing free and impartial support could accelerate their business growth plans
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Time for SMEs to up their PR gameCriticism on social media can be devastating for a business. Owners should learn how to respond, says David Prosser
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Hiring new staff for your business? Help is availableHiring more employees is a costly business, but help is available from the government, says David Prosser
