Checklists for business
Because there's so much involved in running a business profitably
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How do we form a company?It's never been easier to form a company and to start trading immediately. But as always there's an element of you get what you pay for. So what are the pros and cons of each option? DIY project?You've made the decision to form ... Read more
09 Aug 2024
03 Feb 2023
Why form a company?Often, a business is incorporated because its professional advisor has recommended it as the most tax-efficient way of doing business. But are there other benefits, and are there any downsides?Taking the plungeMany businesses start... Read more
27 Jan 2023
Shares and share classesMany companies have very simple share capital, but companies have the freedom to create different types of share. This checklist explains what shares are, the common types and why a company might want to create different class... Read more
27 Jan 2023
What is a shareholder?Shareholders often provide valuable investment in a company. But is there more to their role?Separation of powersShareholders and directors are often the same people, especially in smaller companies. Even so, shareholders have a... Read more
27 Jan 2023
How companies workSmall business owners are used to doing everything, from carrying out seemingly menial tasks to making complicated management decisions. If the business takes the form of a company, they must remember to keep their various roles sep... Read more
22 Aug 2022
Appointment of directorsWill an offer to join the board made on the golf course suffice? What are the legal and other requirements?ProcessThe process for appointing a director is straightforward but appointing a pal on the golf course on the spur of ... Read more
18 Jan 2021
Shareholders' meetingsThanks to the popularity of written resolutions, shareholders' meetings are less common. However, they are still sometimes necessary. Use our summary to check that you follow the rules and ensure your company's decisions are valid.... Read more
18 Jan 2021
Removing a directorThings haven't worked out and you need to get rid of a fellow director. Will showing them the door suffice? Or do you need to follow a set procedure?Time to say goodbyeDirectors cannot just get rid of a fellow board member. Removing... Read more
18 Jan 2021
How to arrange coverFinding the right source to arrange your insurance is an important part of the process. You can either go direct to the insurance company or through an intermediary.... Read more
12 Nov 2019
