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    Has anyone used CapRelease or similar private funding companies for e-commerce?

    Hi everyone, I’m currently exploring funding options for my e-commerce business and someone recently recommended CapRelease as a potential private funding company. I’d love to hear if anyone here has used CapRelease before and whether you’d recommend them. Also, are there any risks or...
  2. lucas_axe

    How to join a Start Up?

    My friend is building a SaaS platform and wants me to handle the Project/Product Management side while she focuses on the technical functionality aspects. An external development team will build the platform. She has been transparent that her budget is limited and probably can't match my...
  3. S

    Contracting overseas

    I am originally from a European country but moved to the uk 6 years ago (I have settled status). I work full time in the financial sector in London. I have gotten an opportunity to work part time (8–10h per week) for a startup in Europe. Hours are flexible and I can choose myself. I would be...
  4. SEO Lady

    Is it a wise idea to have experience running a company before buying someone else's business?

    My question is, has anyone not had a clue about running a business, bought a ready-made business? Not online per se, a local services business with equipment, stock, digital assets/website and socials included? Let's say you make blue widgets and you've seen an advert for a UK business who is...
  5. K

    General research for our Start-up

    Hi everyone, we are in the early stages of our startup idea and seek your opinions and feedback. The concept is an online storefront for your company branded merch, that only your team has access to. Have your hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, and other goodies, made to order when your team wants them...
  6. Lisa Cummings

    Sole Trader since May 2024

    This is going to sound really stupid, but I cannot remember if I registered as a sole trader or not, would I have received any mail from HMRC? On my online tax account I have my UTR, though I was a self employed courier years ago. I am now an online trader, I remember when I first looked I...
  7. O

    Looking for an experienced Plumber/Gas Engineer or Electrician (London)

    Evening All, I am looking for an experienced Plumber/Electrician who would be willing to partner to build a team of subcontactors (10 in the medium term) in London. You would ideally be a one-man band or have small team but are still on the tools yourself and feel that this isn't sustainable...
  8. D

    Help with commercial property fit out costs

    Hello! Completely new to UKBF but i'm finding all of these threads super useful :) I was hoping someone might be able to advise me on the cost of creating a commercial space. I'm currently working on a business plan for a potential new business, including an in depth budget, and the fit out...
  9. S

    Business Idea Vetting - Helping small business get fair prices on technical consulting

    Hi all, we're trying to gauge whether there would be interest for a firm we're considering setting up. Would business owners who purchase technical consulting, but are not particularly technical themselves, be interested in a service where we help vet if they are getting good value for money and...
  10. H

    Mobile catering/food truck help/questions

    I'm a vet student (4th year, 5 years total) but have been thinking about a food truck/mobile catering business selling pasta. I love cooking but want this to be a viable business/side business alongside being a vet (maybe part-time) when I graduate. The eventual aim is to have a food van doing...
  11. Choosing the Right Company Formation Agent for Your Limited Company

    Choosing the Right Company Formation Agent for Your Limited Company

    If you're planning to form a Limited company, one of the first steps is to register your business with Companies House. While it's possible to handle this yourself, many entrepreneurs work with a company formation agent to simplify the process and ensure everything is correctly done. This guide...
    • Ozzy
    • Article
    • company-formation incorporation limited company startups
    • Category: Starting Up
  12. Abbigail Grant

    Giving money to my new Limited Company

    Hi Forum! I’ve recently joined after registering my business as a Limited Company. I’d like to routinely add funds to my business account form my salary at my other job while I build up my available funds in the business. I’ve seen threads regarding Directors loans and a Directors Account and...
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    I am starting an Accounting and Tax Service business but need to find a Continuity Partner

    I am in the process of starting up an Accounting and Tax Service including Business Intelligence practice. To do so I need to enter into a Continuity Partner agreement. Therefore, I am reaching out to see if there is an Accounting practice that would be willing to enter into a Continuity...
  14. TomasTovey

    What Do Investors Look for in a High-Growth SaaS Startup?

    Hi everyone! 👋 I’m in the process of preparing to pitch my SaaS startup, Free Site Guys, and I’m curious to hear directly from investors: What key factors do you look for when considering a potential investment? We’re an early-stage SaaS company providing AI-generated websites for small...
  15. TomasTovey

    Investor for New Tech Startup

    Hi everyone, I’m excited to introduce Free Site Guys, a tech startup on the verge of transforming how small businesses get online. We’re currently offering a very basic version of our service to a select group of customers, and so far, we’ve received excellent feedback. What We Do: Free Site...
  16. S

    Guidance to start Domiciliary care agency

    Hi hope you're all well, Im looking for guidance and mentorship regarding starting a domiciliary care agency. I worked as a healthcare assistant during the pandemic and I fell in love with the job. I became a senior shortly after, but throughout my time working i identified a lot of issues that...
    • Sureya
    • Thread
    • business-growth business-planning mental health startups
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Start Up Space
  17. S

    Advice on starting a Made to Order Bakery.

    Hello everyone, I’d like to ask for your advice and opinions on starting a made-to-order bakery business from my home, with a focus on Filipino pastries. Recently, I baked a Filipino pastry because I missed the taste of home. I shared it at work, and to my surprise, everyone loved it...
  18. spbolton

    How to post articles on https://www.ukbusinessforums.co.uk/articles?

    Hi, I am new on ukbusinessforums and i want to know how to post articles? I have checked every where but can't find button to post articles. Thanks
  19. J

    Receiving Payments from Customers

    Hi All New joiner here. I have been sitting on an idea for the last number of years and like most, with either the thoughts of having another revenue stream or to not be making money for other people, I have decided to take the plunge and give the "burning idea" some serious thought and start...
  20. D

    I've Finally Gone and Launched!

    Hello fellow UK Business Forum Warriors. I've been a member here for years as I have always wanted to launch my own business. To me, it was always about needing the money to start or thinking I didn't have the necessary skills. Imposter syndrome can be a very real thing. This week I finally...
    • Deleted member 281791
    • Thread
    • home-business startups
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Start Up Space
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