Lots of members of the UKBF community take to our forums to discuss buying and selling pallets of used or returned goods. But is it an attractive business venture? Let’s take a look at the pros...
Amalie Smith
It takes time to master the art of identifying and finding the right contacts when you’re selling to big companies. They are – as the name suggests – big. So what’s the answer? It can be...
ChrisGoodfellow
Setting up a soft play centre is a great opportunity if you are passionate about creating an amazing environment for children and want to turn that enthusiasm into a profitable business. If...
ChrisGoodfellow
Distributors play an important part in the supply chain, helping to move products from the manufacturer to the end buyer. But how easy is it to become a distributor and what do you need to know...
ChrisGoodfellow
We are kicking off our 2023 UKBF Talks webinar programme with a very special guest, Chris Martin, founder of Origin Finance. UKBF Talks How To Get Finance For Your Business will help you better...
JuliaClementsRoche
Pop-up shops offer an amazing opportunity to test, market and sell products. They offer a short-term, low-risk route to market that’s ideal for start up businesses. Hosted everywhere from empty...
ChrisGoodfellow
If your business is going to rely on sea freight to send or receive goods, it's worth doing your homework before you get started. There are endless options when it comes to shipping goods overseas...
ChrisGoodfellow
Most businesses need to take payment in some form. But what are the best ways to accept and receive payments from your customers? There are pros and cons of any payment system, so let’s take a...
Amalie Smith
Save Your Place At UKBF's Next Webinar! UKBF Talks How To Generate More Leads In Your Business on Tuesday, 13 December is our final webinar this year and we are wrapping up 2022 with a bang...
JuliaClementsRoche
Going through a liquidation as a company director can be an extremely stressful time. This article breaks down the process and gives you an insight into what happens to a director of a company in...
UKBF Editor
Whether it’s your first Christmas as a founder or you're an experienced entrepreneur – the festive season is a busy period for most of us. Small and medium-sized businesses play a huge social and...
graceks
If you’re setting up a business for the first time and are looking to buy and sell goods within the UK or overseas, chances are you’ll need to get clued up on all things VAT. In this guide...
Amalie Smith
Buying a business means you can leverage its existing infrastructure, brand, and customer base. If you’re considering going down that route, it’s important to make sure you ask the right...
Amalie Smith
Looking to set up a resale business, perhaps in second-hand goods, retail returns or liquidated business stock? You’ve come to the right place. This blog post provides an overview of the auction...
Amalie Smith
There’s been a significant rise in online shopping in the last few years. People have switched from shopping on the high street to shopping from the comfort of their home, and ecommerce has boomed...
ChrisGoodfellow
Jeremy Hunt has announced £25 billion in tax rises and public spending cuts to help balance the books. Addressing parliament today (November 17th), the Chancellor said he had to make “difficult...
Dan Hobson
Running your own business always comes with challenges and when times get tough it can be hard to know what to do or where to turn. The impact of the pandemic is still being felt by businesses...
ChrisGoodfellow
Save Your Place At UKBF's Next Webinar! UKBF Talks How To Raise External Finance For Your Business on Tuesday, 29 November at 11am will be headlined by our special guest, David Frodsham, and...
JuliaClementsRoche
Small businesses and entrepreneurs often see a huge opportunity in importing from China, but for the uninitiated it can be difficult to know where to start. Finding a reputable and reliable...
ChrisGoodfellow
If your business involves selling products, choosing the right supplier is crucial to its success. This is one of your most important business relationships, so take time finding one that meets...
ChrisGoodfellow
