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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    Who owns a limited company?

    One of the most common misconceptions about limited companies is that the director is the owner of the company – this is not the case. So if not the director, who?

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    Pitching your business: The Perfect Pitch Checklist

    Being able to pitch confidently is a vital skill if you want to take your business to the next level. To help you deliver a killer presentation (and make sure you’re prepared for it), we’ve created The Perfect Pitch Checklist. Nail these seven points to give your business the best possible chance:

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    Where is my Certificate of Incorporation?

    All limited companies formed with us are provided with a digital version of the certificate of incorporation (think of it as a company’s birth certificate) that is available to view and download as soon as the company has been formed. In this post we’ll look at how you can download yours.

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    Updates to the company formation process: PSC and SIC

    This month sees two important updates to the UK limited company formation process; the addition of a ‘People with Significant Control’ (PSC) section and the addition of a ‘Standard Industrial Classification’ (SIC) section. Let’s take a look at what this means for you when forming a company.

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    What are corporate appointments?

    All UK limited companies must have at least one director, one shareholder and one person with significant control (PSC). All these roles can be taken by one person, however – as well being able to appoint other people, you can also appoint other companies in roles too. These are called corporate appointments.

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  • December 4, 2023 by Lauren Felstead

    What are the differences between a Director and a Shareholder?

    When incorporating a Limited by Shares company you will need a Director and a Shareholder. Both are pivotal to the general running of the company with the differences depending on the company type; Limited by Shares, Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) or Limited by Guarantee. We know it can be confusing when setting up a company, […]

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    How Does a Director/Shareholder Change Their Name?

    Changing the name of a limited company director and shareholder is a quick and simple process. In this blog post, we shall look at how to do this.

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  • December 4, 2023 by Aditi Mohan

    Write a Winning Business Plan: Start Your Own Business on the Right Foot.

    Every successful business begins with a comprehensive and airtight business plan. A business plan serves as a roadmap for your business which outlines your goals, your finances, and your strategies and provides you with a clear direction for your entrepreneurial journey.  

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  • December 4, 2023 by Aditi Mohan

    Paying Yourself as a Director of an LTD

    As a limited company director, you are entitled to various benefits and perks. One of the most valuable perks is being in charge of your salary. This means you can set your salary within certain limits and take advantage of other benefits.

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