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    Going To Small Claims (if possible)

    Thanks. It's more like a gradual process. First there were small problems that he would 'try and sort out', next it would escalate to giving me an ultimatum, then finally when I say I don't agree to this suggestion, it is just deadlock. In terms of proof of purchase, I have just logged into my...
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    Going To Small Claims (if possible)

    Thanks for your reply. I can understand your point of view, but I do have a lot of email correspondence from the freelancer in question stating that he would refuse to finish the project - I'm not sure if this helps or not, but I do feel he broke the contract, and will do my best to prove so...
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    Going To Small Claims (if possible)

    Thank you very much everyone.
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    Going To Small Claims (if possible)

    Thank you for your reply. As far as I can see the company is still trading yes, although the contract is signed from the freelancers name, and my name, as opposed to company names. Do you have any legal advisers or solicitors you'd recommend who would be cost-effective for the case amount...
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    Going To Small Claims (if possible)

    Hi everyone, I wonder if anyone can help. Long-story short, 2 and a half years ago I hired a freelancer (with a registered business) to help me build a website - a job board. We agreed a total of £3500, and i paid £2500 upfront. After months of the freelancer not hitting deadlines, not...
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    Taking someone to court!

    Hi everyone, I'll try and keep this as short as possible, but I'm in desperate need of advice from some of you experienced businessmen & women :) Just over a year ago, I received a start up loan from the government. My website was going to be a recruitment based website. I chose a freelancer I...
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    Starting a new business & running from home

    hi there ,thanks a lot for your reply, your help is much appreciated. It's interesting to know by law you don't have to display your company address on the website, this is something i have been told numerous times is a legal requirement. In terms of not wanting to put my home address as the...
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    Starting a new business & running from home

    Many thanks for the advice guys, I've looked into it and will probably be using Companiesmadesimple. Thanks again for the advice, Alex
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    Starting a new business & running from home

    Hi guys, I'm currently in the process of setting up a new internet based business, and the business is going to be run from home until such a time that I can afford to get an office premises. My question is - By law I have to display my address on the website, but I obviously don't want to be...
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    Late Night Alcohol Delivery

    If you want my two cents...Personall I'd invest in the Experian services which allow you to check passport and driving license numbers over the phone. This would allow you to get the customer details and check before you left so it wouldnt be a wasted trip if no ID. Also I would sell cigarettes...
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    Online store advice

    I work part time for and SEo company, feel free to PM me if you would like to know some more about what we do. Alex
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    Buying a business with no startup cash?

    Weird question - I will ask it anyway :) I have always wondered - as in my case where I cannot afford to buy a business but really want to own one, is it possible to find a business you would like to buy, and make a deal with the owner where you pay them little or nothing at first, and then...
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    Anyone here involved in any aspect of performing arts?

    I'm a budding musician if that count? Alex
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    New to the forums, a very keen 18 year old looking for some advice

    Am going to start looking round venues on monday for this!
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    New to the forums, a very keen 18 year old looking for some advice

    Is it really that simple? Sounds like with a bit of hard work and determination a nice bit of summer money could be made here then!
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