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How Long Does It Take to Form a Company?
Forming a UK limited company online usually takes between a few hours and one working day. Here's what affects the timeline and what you can do to give your application the best chance of a quick turnaround.
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Forming a Scottish Limited Company
Forming a Scottish limited company works the same way as forming one in England or Wales. Here's what makes a Scottish company different, what you need to register one, and how to get started.
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Can I Pick My Company's Date of Incorporation?
You can't choose your company's date of incorporation outright, but you can control when you submit your application. Here's how incorporation dates work and how to time yours.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Forming a Limited Company
Forming a UK limited company involves six key steps, from choosing your structure and company name to completing ID checks and registering with Companies House. Here's everything you need to get it right.
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7 Reasons to Incorporate Companies with Companies MadeSimple
Accountants looking for a reliable company formation service will find everything they need with Companies MadeSimple. Here are seven reasons professionals choose us to form and manage limited companies.
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3 Reasons Why it's a Good Idea to Register Your Company
Registering a limited company in the UK protects your name, limits your personal liability, and adds credibility to your business. Here are three solid reasons to do it sooner rather than later.
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Shares and Shareholders: 5 Quick Company Formation Tips
All UK Private Limited Companies must have at least one shareholder – so it’s an important appointment to get right (and to get it right the first time as errors made at the formation stage aren’t easily fixed). Here are some pointers to make sure you get off to the perfect start...
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Where Can I Find My Company Registration Number?
If you’ve misplaced your company’s registration number there are a number of places that you can find it free of charge. Let’s take a look.
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I need to give my Limited Company shares to someone else
Moving shares in a company from one person to another is a two-step process: 1. The person who is losing the shares must complete and sign a Stock Transfer Form (a template is available to download from the “Statutory Forms” area of your account). This details how many shares are being transferred and who they’re […]
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Paying Yourself as a Director of an LTD
As a limited company director, you can choose how to pay yourself. Most directors use a combination of salary and dividends to manage their tax position. Here's how each method works and what to consider.