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    How long should a business bank account take to set up?

    I applied for a new business bank account for a brand new Ltd company with HSBC recently. It took about a week for them to do their form checking and then call me to arrange a business manager interview. Had the interview a week later and was approved at the end and then it took about another...
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    Recommend useful accounting books

    There is a lot more to becoming an accountant than reading one or two books. Training takes at least three years and usually includes on the job learning, reading and attending classes. What are you trying to do? Train to be an accountant or do your own accounts?
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    Career Advice - 6 months experience but low grades on CV

    I am in my 40s now and also had very average A levels but a good degree. The A levels were a hindrance back then as I graduated in 1992 recession. I found A levels continue to be looked at for a few more years, then progress through professional exams becomes more important and soon enough it...