Starting a business FAQs
If you start a business on your own, or with someone else, and don't form a company, you will be trading as a sole trader or in a partnership.
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If you start a business on your own, or with someone else, and don't form a company, you will be trading as a sole trader or in a partnership.
Summary of key areas of legislation likely to affect classic car restorers.
New directors are likely to require some key information and training when they are first appointed, including on their role and responsibilities.
The worth of a business is based on how much profit a buyer can make from it, and the potential risks. Read our guide to valuing your business.
A well-thought-out internet policy can stop employees wasting time online, downloading viruses and endangering data security. How to introduce one.
When selling online to individuals you must provide certain information to them and ensure they agree to your terms and conditions.
If you are in dispute with a customer or supplier, and you want to avoid going to court, find out whether alternative dispute resolution can help you.
If you lease business premises, understand your responsibilities for maintenance and repairs - they should be clearly set out in the lease.
A risk assessment identifies the risks posed by your workplace, practices and processes. This checklist helps you identify, eliminate or reduce them.
How to go about purchasing hardware, software and IT systems for your business, licensing and what to do if your IT solution fails to work properly.
Answers to the common questions on the different types of intellectual property, how to protect your IP against infringements and how you can profit from IP
Many entrepreneurs form a business with the aim of passing it on to a family member. These FAQs answer the key issues on managing a family succession.