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    Liability insurance for holiday let

    Hypothetically..if I built a shepherds hut or similar and rented it out for holiday letting would my liability insurance be invalid if I didn't have planning permission? I always intended to go for retrospective planning (which I have been told by a retired planner that I will almost certainly...
  2. Biz1990

    Building an Online Business in Electronic and Home Goods – Seeking Guidance on Business Plans, Partnerships, and Private Labeling Strategies

    I am in the process of establishing an online business in the electronic and home goods sector, inspired by successful models such as Walmart, Target, Best Buy in the US, and Currys, Argos, and AO.com in the UK. While I have a startup budget of £5000 - £10,000, I aim to emulate these businesses...
  3. Starting a self-storage business in six steps

    Starting a self-storage business in six steps

    Whilst the cost of living crisis may be tightening its grip over our spending sprees, it’s undeniable that as a nation, we own a lot of stuff. This, alongside the post-pandemic rise of ecommerce, has led both business owners and the general public to seek more space. Whether you’re a seasoned...
  4. How to write an exit plan: a six step strategy

    How to write an exit plan: a six step strategy

    Making the decision to leave your business can be a daunting leap. This is why it’s important to consider your exit strategy before you’ve even begun. We’ve all been there. You’re thinking of leaving your job, or perhaps you’re a business owner ready to sell. Either way, you need an exit...
  5. Small business in 2023… What to look out for (and what to take from 2022)

    Small business in 2023… What to look out for (and what to take from 2022)

    2022 wasn’t the year of recovery many of us hoped it would be. Inflation, recession fears, supply chain issues and a tighter job market due to high employment deflated many small business owners. And, it’s especially hard when you’re dealing with surviving and thriving in the small business...