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About Aditi Mohan

Aditi Mohan

About Aditi Mohan

Aditi is Companies MadeSimple's Content Marketing Executive, she has a keen interest in making finance and business writing accessible for all. Aditi has worked in marketing since 2020 following her Master's degree from SOAS. She lives and breathes content and you can also find her running the Companies MadeSimple social channels (give us a follow!) In her free time, you can find her reading, cooking, or at a gig. 

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  • January 28, 2026 by Aditi Mohan

    Switching from Sole Trader to Limited Company

    Switching to an LTD from a sole trader can come with a few benefits, such as; limited liability, potential tax advantages, easier access to funding and increased credibility. We’ll discuss these benefits below as well as highlight all the necessary steps you need to take to switch from a sole trader to a limited company set-up. 
     

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  • January 28, 2026 by Aditi Mohan

    News: Fee Changes at Companies House From May 1st

    From May 1st 2024, fees are rising at Companies House, consequently, our prices will also rise. This blog takes you through the price rise and how it will affect company formations going forward.

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  • January 28, 2026 by Aditi Mohan

    When Should I Change from a Sole Trader to an LTD?

    Many first-time business owners choose to set up as a sole trader over becoming an LTD. However, as a business grows, being a sole trader can become more of a restriction than a benefit. In this blog, we’ll explore when you should consider moving from a sole trader to an LTD business structure. 

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  • December 17, 2025 by Aditi Mohan

    A Guide to VAT Return Deadlines & Penalties

    This article will cover when key VAT deadlines are, the types of penalties you can face for missed deadlines and a few tips on how to stay on time and compliant. 

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  • December 17, 2025 by Aditi Mohan

    What is a Company Limited by Guarantee?

    What is a Limited by Guarantee Company? Limited by guarantee companies are commonly adopted by nonprofit organisations such as charities, sports associations, community projects, societies, and other similar entities. This type of structure does not have shares or shareholders, as opposed to limited by shares companies. This means that all profits earned by the company […]

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  • December 17, 2025 by Aditi Mohan

    How to Calculate VAT

    In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about VAT calculations for UK businesses. 
     

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  • December 17, 2025 by Aditi Mohan

    How To Pick the Perfect Name for Your Company

    Whilst choosing a name may be one of the first steps you take when forming a company, it shouldn’t be overlooked. A name is the first impression your brand makes.

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  • December 10, 2025 by Aditi Mohan

    How To Check If a Company is VAT Registered

    Confirming a company’s VAT status helps protect your business from potential legal and financial issues. Fortunately, the process of checking VAT registration is very straightforward!
     

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  • December 10, 2025 by Aditi Mohan

    I'm a Sole Trader, Do I Need to Register with Companies House?

    Starting a business as a sole trader means your business has a different formation process. You may be wondering if you need to go through the process of registering with Companies House.  It’s a common question, and in this blog post, we’ll explore whether or not registering with Companies House is necessary for sole traders. 

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  • December 9, 2025 by Aditi Mohan

    What is a Company Registration Number

    A Brief Guide on Company Registration Numbers From 2021 to 2022 there were 753, 168 company incorporations recorded by Companies House. This was a slight decrease of 7.1% from the data in 2020 to 2021, despite the expectations that there will be more incorporations during the pandemic. 

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