More FAQ's

  1. Should I be a sole trader or limited company?  
  2. How do I find a good accountant / solicitor / consultant?  
  3. Who do I have to tell that I have started a business?  
  4. Are there any regulations affecting what I plan to do, do I need a licence, planning permission?  
  5. Can you help me understand this lease, what do I need to look out for?  
  6. Where can I get a list of suitable business premises?  
  7. I am thinking of taking on my first employee, what do I need to know?  
  8. Will I have to register for VAT?  
  9. What are the basic tax implications of going into business?  
  10. Am I self employed on this project or an employee?  
  11. Tell me more about this new legislation covering Minimum Wages, Time Off for Emergencies,          
  12. Parental Leave, Working Time Directives - what does it all mean for a small business like mine?  
  13. How do I set up a limited company, what does it cost, who can help?  
  14. Where can I get help with my business plan?  
  15. My bank has turned down my application for a loan, what do I do now?  
  16. How do I write a contract of employment?  
  17. It’s all gone wrong. I want to stop, how do I go about liquidating my business?  
  18. I need to boost sales, help me with a marketing plan?  
  19. What prices should I charge to make a decent profit?  
  20. My accountant says my breakeven is too high, what does he mean?  
  21. My customer refuses to pay, how do I get my money?  
  22. My competitor has cut his prices, what should I do?  
  23. I want to buy this business, what do I need to ask, what price should I pay?  
  24. What responsibilities does a director have?  
  25. How do I apply for this Local Government contract?  
  26. Where can I find a better supplier for this?  

We can provide answers to these and many other questions, phone our our Business Advice Line 0208 343 8558.

Often the call will only last a few minutes and in general we will send you a fact sheet by fax or post confirming the main points or direct you to other sources of information

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