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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    I’ve formed a company, why am I now getting all this mail?

    After forming a UK limited company you may notice that you start receiving mail at your registered office. Some of this is warranted; important mail from government bodies such as Companies House and HM Revenue & Customs for example. But some of it may be sales orientated or even fraudulent. So why does this occur?

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    A quick guide to the Director’s Residential Address

    During the limited company formation process you need to provide a number of different addresses: Registered office Shareholder address Person with significant control address Director’s service address Director’s residential address In this post we’re going to concentrate on the final address is this list; the director’s residential address. Whilst this is clearly where the director […]

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  • December 4, 2023 by Lauren Franklin

    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

    The SIC Code: Now part of your company formation process

    The Standard Industrial Classification code (or SIC code) is a code that outlines the industry that a UK limited company operates in – or is going to operate in. It used to be that SIC code information wasn’t required until a company filed a Confirmation Statement (then known as the Annual Return), however, it’s now […]

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    7 reasons to incorporate companies with Companies MadeSimple

    As an accountant you’re not short on choice when it comes to forming companies for your clients. However, there’s only one company incorporation service accredited by ICAEW; Companies MadeSimple. In this article we’re sharing seven reasons why forming and administering your limited companies with ICAEW’s preferred registration agent makes your life… simple. (And there’s […]

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  • December 4, 2023 by Tom Richardson

    4 ways to protect your limited company from fraud

    Even if Halloween isn’t here, it’s understandable to be fearful – who knows what ghouls and ghosts lurk in the darkness? In this blog post, we’re looking at a far more realistic threat – company fraud. When it comes to business it always pays to be cautious. With that in mind, here are four ways […]

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  • December 4, 2023 by Lauren Franklin

    From tax to formation, here's how to start your online jewellery business from home

    Setting up your own online jewellery shop is very doable, but it does require some homework to ensure you start on the right foot. 

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  • December 4, 2023 by Lauren Franklin

    Update to the Confirmation Statement: SIC Code change

    When forming your limited company you will have noticed the Standard Industrial Classification code (or SIC code), which represents the type of business or industry your business identifies with. This is also part of the information that makes up the Confirmation Statement, the annual filing obligation required by Companies House (the UK’s registrar of companies). 

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  • December 4, 2023 by Lauren Franklin

    Can I use your 20 Wenlock Road address for my company?

    Starting a new business is daunting enough without worrying about your home address appearing on the public register for your company, which it will if you use it as your company’s registered office address.

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  • December 4, 2023 by Lauren Franklin

    Got a Home Business Plan? Here’s What To Do Next

    Do you dream of running a business from home? Being able to manage your own working hours without the tiresome commute and 9-5 may be a goal for many. Since 2020, many people have discovered the joys and woes of working from home, but how do you translate WFH to running your own home business?  […]

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