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    SEO impact from UKBF links

    Thanks for clarifying!
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    SEO impact from UKBF links

    Yes for sure there are plenty of other factors, but backlinks are still an important factor (maybe the most important one). https://www.semrush.com/blog/what-are-backlinks/ "There are many other factors that contribute to Google rankings. But if you want to earn lots of traffic from Google...
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    SEO impact from UKBF links

    Hi there, apologies if this was already discussed at length in the past, but I think link posts in UKBF used to be "normal" links, not no-follow links, if you were a premium member and paid. Or you had to be a premium member to post links, I can't remember. I just noticed that links in posts now...
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    Is it worth running benefits through own company from a tax perspective?

    Hi there I own a limited company and I was wondering if anyone can shed some light on the advantages of running some benefits through the company, for example private health care or a gym membership. As far as I can see it makes little difference to my bottom line whether the company pays or if...
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    Are all goods imported from China liable to import? DHL ripping me off!

    We had something similar happen (also with DHL). As mentioned, ask for a cost breakdown. For us, a large part was actually VAT which you can claim back (if you're VAT registered).
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    Importing goods from the EU post 01.01.2021

    Hi Darren, thanks for your input, much appreciated. Regarding setting up our EU suppliers, first time I hear about this, could you direct me to the relevant HMRC webpage or any other website where this is mentioned? I searched but couldn't find anything. I want to ensure our EU supplier is also...
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    Importing goods from the EU post 01.01.2021

    Hi all We import non-controlled goods from the EU and so far have obtained an EORI number (all the Brexit prep done so far!). Curious what others in a similar situation have decided to do after 01.01.2021? From what HMRC wrote it sounds like submitting customs declarations isn't that straight...
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    Call forwarding number provider recommendation

    Thanks everyone, I did a quick comparison: soho66 seems to be the cheapest service. Only £3 a month and you can have time of day routing plus a lot of other features - looks very solid. The only downside is that they charge per minute for each call forwarded. In the case of forwarding a call to...
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    Call forwarding number provider recommendation

    Hi all, was wondering if anyone could recommend a service provider to have calls forwarded. The requirements are: Ideally, a London landline number starting with 020****** but could also be a 03******** number Set schedules, e.g. if this number is called from 8am - 12pm, forward to mobile...
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    How did you get into the business you are in?

    Most of the time you will find that Founders start their business due to a pain / need they experienced, whether at work or in their personal life. A few years ago my Co-founder and I were working in a well funded London based HR tech start-up. We were in an office with noisy sales consultants...
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    Best CRM platform?

    Also use Hubspot and very pleased.
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    Pros and Cons of building an app for an income

    I once launched an app business myself and worked 3 years in a start-up whose core product was an app (both for consumers and businesses). Without knowing more about the idea, all I can say is that app marketing can be incredibly expensive and user retention is tough. Depending on how you build...
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    Add Your Favorite Local Business Listing Directories of the United Kingdom

    The best local directory to get on is with Google My Business :)... perhaps also Bing places for business but it's way smaller than Google. All other directories (whether local or not) are barely worth the time (also note that the links in these directories are all "no-follow" so they have...
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    If using your home address for your limited company

    If you'd like to protect your privacy and don't want mail going to an accountant (perhaps you don't have one yet) then you can also use a standard mail forwarding service. I've had good experiences with https://www.registeredaddress.co.uk
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    Moving into business premises

    Similar to buying a property, perhaps you could have someone look at the place before signing anything. You might find out that a lot more things need to be fixed. In general with all the recent high street closures you should be able to negotiate a good deal, especially if it's been empty for...
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