cash-flow

  1. DavidAshdown

    An overlooked pressure affecting many small businesses?

    Something I’ve been thinking about recently… There’s a lot of discussion at the moment around the pressures facing small businesses, rising costs, changes like MTD, increased compliance, cashflow pressures, etc. All of that is very real. But one issue that doesn’t seem to get talked about as...
  2. Six tips for dealing with a slow sales period

    Six tips for dealing with a slow sales period

    Slow sales periods can spark fears of failure when you're new to life as an entrepreneur – or even as a seasoned professional. But navigating the ebb and flow of running a business is key to making yours a successful venture. Whether you’re facing an inevitable dip after a promising launch, or...
  3. Nine business cost of living tips and hacks

    Nine business cost of living tips and hacks

    Inflation is increasing businesses’ costs. It’s often difficult to pass that on to consumers, who are also tightening their belts, so many business owners are looking to save money. UKBF moderator Paul Kelly started a helpful thread for members to share advice about cost cutting. We’ve...
  4. Six ways to manage cash flow during difficult times

    Six ways to manage cash flow during difficult times

    Rising costs are a real concern for small businesses at the moment, and many business owners are looking at ways to better manage cash flow in the short term. Every business experiences financial highs and lows, but with the right foresight and planning, these shouldn’t catch you off guard...
  5. How to know when your business needs an accountant

    How to know when your business needs an accountant

    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, especially with accounting tools and software. However, the benefits and tax savings of getting an...
  6. M

    Cash Only a thing of the past?

    Hello All, I'm curious on peoples view of cash only business's Covid has changed consumers behavior and I've personally seen a change to SME business changing from cash only and now accept card payments. If a business had cash only outside would you go and withdraw cash or go to the next store...
  7. How to manage cash flow when you’re starting up

    How to manage cash flow when you’re starting up

    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 see if and when you’re going to have a surplus or a deficit of money, so you can be prepared. If you...