Starting a catering van business is a great way to turn a passion for food into a money maker. With a relatively small start-up cost and no qualifications needed, it can be a simple and low-risk...
Dan Hobson
Dropshipping is often hailed as "easy money" and a "get-rich-quick" opportunity. But is dropshipping still profitable – or is it an oversaturated market? In 2020, the estimated value of the...
Dan Hobson
Eye-watering rises in energy costs, supply shortages and unprecedented rates of inflation – it’s not the easiest time to be running a small business. So, where can business owners find the...
ChrisGoodfellow
With easy-to-use ecommerce platforms, super fast broadband and increasingly tech-savvy customers, there’s never been a better time to become an online retailer. Online sales are growing rapidly...
Dan Hobson
At Beautinow.nl we've just celebrated our second year anniversary since starting our perfume business. In this guide, we want to share all the knowledge we've gained, to help you start your own...
UKBF Editor
Real estate is one of the top sectors for companies starting up a new business in 2022. We look at how you can get into the property game – even if you have no money. Launching a property...
Dan Hobson
Introduction to setting up your business For many people since the pandemic, the focus has been on creating a better work/life balance. For some this will be the thoughts, and perhaps dream of...
MOIC
Starting a man with a van delivery business can be a quick, easy and low-cost way to become self employed. Plus, there’s always demand and good profit to be made. New members often come to UKBF...
Dan Hobson
If you’ve set up a limited company, you don’t need to open a business bank account by law, contrary to popular belief. However, it does make a lot of sense and it’s important that you’re not using...
Dan Hobson
So, you’re at the beginning of your startup journey. You have an idea, you’ve run it past your peers and you could have a viable business on your hands. Now you just have to put it into practice –...
Amalie Smith
Knowing when to start using an accountant as a small business is a popular topic on UKBF. Depending on the size and complexity of your business, it’s possible to manage your own finances...
ChrisGoodfellow
There were 3.2 million sole traders based in the UK in 2021, making sole traders the most common form of business in the private sector. When operating as a sole trader, there is no legal...
ChrisGoodfellow
If you want your business to thrive, you’ll need to commit to planning and forecasting right from the start. Unfortunately, many businesses fail within the first 5 years mainly due to lack of...
UKBF Editor
Managing cash flow effectively is key to running a successful growing business. You need cash for assets and to pay bills, salaries and much more. Staying on top of your cash flow allows you to...
Kat Haylock
Fudge or chocolate? Gummies or hard sweets? Whatever takes your fancy, confectionery is big business. But, with so many elements to consider, it can be tricky to know where to start. Here’s a...
ChrisGoodfellow
Choosing a name can be an exciting part of your business journey. It can also be frustrating – especially when you learn your “perfect” name has already been claimed. A good name is something...
ChrisGoodfellow
For start up businesses or those making a significant change in direction, it is usual for banks and financiers to ask to see a business plan. The business owner has normally done most of the...
UKBF Editor
Making the first sale is an important milestone for any new business. Seeing someone hand over their cash in exchange for your product or service is the first sign that your idea could have legs...
ChrisGoodfellow
It's perhaps no surprise that people going through the stress of starting a business find themselves drawn to the fun bit: giving it a name. Over the decades, UKBF users have both asked...
UKBF Editor
They say you should never work with children or animals. But, according to some business owners, there's a third rule when it comes to working relationships - don't go into business with your...
UKBF Editor
