Recent content by scribblesvurt

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    Split existing ltd co with 3 people?

    Hello, Equal split of the company shares. They will be employees not directors.
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    Best way to operate? VAT D'barcle

    Hello, Currently trading for 6 years as a Sole Trader. I have a Retail / Repair computer business but also do Vocational Training for LA. Im getting close to the VAT threshold but I belive I'm right in thinking as a Sole trader the Education side of my earnings are not in scope for VAT? I'm...
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    Product Idea - Patents, Drawing, Prototypes

    To add a bit more detail, The product is made of plastic with no moving parts. It's similar in size to a zip tie. They will need to be made in 3 different sizes initially. Thanks.
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    Product Idea - Patents, Drawing, Prototypes

    Hello, I have designed a small product that i believe could be a big hit in the outdoor leisure / camping market. I have built a few proof of concept designs from various materials and the product works. I now need to get it drawn up, patented and prototype. Has anyone any experience...
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    Is a signed Agreement a Contract?

    I have been told that my client is terminating the agreement with immediate effect due to a mistake in the way they procured my services.
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    Is a signed Agreement a Contract?

    Could they not say that this: "This document is not intended to be a contractual agreement necessitating formal signatures." Expressly states that it is not a contract?
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    Is a signed Agreement a Contract?

    Well I have been delivering as specified in the signed agreement for 6 weeks. I send daily emails detailing what has been delivered and when They have also paid several invoices too.
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    Is a signed Agreement a Contract?

    Ok, so I have a verbal contract to deliver a service for a set fee and a signed Service level Agreement detailing the specifics of the verbal contract. Would I have a case.
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    Is a signed Agreement a Contract?

    Hello, I have an agreement, that details what is to be supplied by myself and what the customer will pay for the service I supply. It sets out specific deliverables and a cost value to be paid. It sets out the dates that the services are to be delivered and the terms each party agrees to in...
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    Get rates reduced? No longer public toilet.

    Hello, I have just moved into a new property that used to be a bookmakers. The Rateable value for 2010 is TWICE the rent I am paying or the year. The property is on a first floor and used to be a book makers. It is now an office and shop. Also the rates have an area listed as a public toilet (As...
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    How far ahead do you pay rates?

    Thanks. I'm not worried. I want to know what is a reasonable time to pay your rates in advance? The money is better in my bank account for 6 months than the councils.
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    How far ahead do you pay rates?

    Hello, Just been thrown by a rates bill. I receive Small Business Relief as ratable value is only £5000. As I understand it you get 100% relief till September 2011. I have received a bill for £532.20 this morning but on checking the details its for 01/10/2011 till 01/01/2012! Do I have to pay...
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    Freeagent Question - food

    Hello, I provide food for students that come to my training center and this is included as part of the invoice total. If i have a transaction for say £15 for McDonalds, what description should i put this under in freeagent? Thanks. Sam
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    Cancel advertising bought over the phone?

    Hi, thanks but it wasn't this company although they have called several times. It was a company that made out that they were selling advertising to the local college but on further investigation its just a directory for student discounts. They said that they email all the students once a month...
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    Are you having a Christmas Party?

    Yes, we will be playing Call of Duty on the office 120 inch screen, playing darts on our dartboard drinking beer and eating fast food. Not the traditional xmas party but we are all geeks and would rather do that than go face the crazy drunken public in the local pubs and clubs. Happy Days!