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Duncan Ferris

Duncan Ferris

Duncan Ferris

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Duncan Ferris is a business writer with expertise in pensions, investing and personal finance. Though he began his career as a pensions industry professional, he transitioned to journalism in 2017. After obtaining a postgraduate degree and NCTJ training, his career has spanned radio, online, print and newswire publications.

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Business owner going through receipts

4 Tips to Help Your Small Business Chase Unpaid Direct Debits

With the latest research suggesting that failure rates for direct debits are around their highest recorded levels, we explore why this payment system is becoming more popular and viable for small businesses, as well as what can be done to combat failed payments.

Small business owners looking for a vat loan

What is a VAT Loan?

The quarterly obligation of paying VAT returns to HMRC can be challenging for VAT-registered businesses for several reasons. VAT loans are a source of financing companies can use to avoid incurring late payment penalties by missing deadlines.

Looking into crowdfunding event

Top 6 Crowdfunding Sites UK

Raising money through crowdfunding could help you to start a business, launch a new project or expand the business to the next level. But determining the best crowdfunding platform for your business is a step that can turn crowdfunding failure into success.

Man using equity financing to fund business

What is Equity Finance?

Equity finance allows your business to raise money by attracting investors to buy an ownership stake. It’s a way of funding growth without having to worry about loan repayments and eligibility.

Man baking in an industrial kicthen

How to Start a Baking Business

Starting a baking business means understanding your market, registering your business, understanding food and hygiene rules, and much more. NerdWallet’s five-step guide to setting up a baking business will help you to start your bakery, cafe, or home baking business.

Female baker in kitchen starting a business

How to Start a Food Business

Starting a new business can be daunting at the best of times, but setting up a food business can be particularly challenging. Our complete guide offers information on licences, food hygiene, starting a food business from home and much much more.

Man cleaning windows for his window cleaning business

How to Start a Window-Cleaning Business

Starting a window-cleaning business can be a rewarding way of becoming your own boss while enjoying physical outdoor work. In this article, you will find out how to register, fund and market your company as part of a step-by-step guide to setting up your window-cleaning business.

Office space being cleaned

How to Start a Cleaning Business

Starting a cleaning business in the UK is a multi-step process with several legal and financial requirements, such as registering and funding your company. This five-point guide will outline each important stepping stone to setting up from scratch.

Shop owner doing a stock take

What is Working Capital? Calculate and Manage it

Working capital, or net working capital, is defined as a business’s assets minus its liabilities. This formula sounds simple enough, but offers in-depth information about your business through understanding the working capital ratio, the working capital cycle and working capital management.

Businessman on the phone in London

Autumn Statement 2023: What It Means for Your Business

From business rates support to National Insurance cuts, there was a lot for businesses to unpack in Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement 2023. We take a look at the headline announcements for UK businesses.

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Allica Bank Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features

Allica Bank’s Business Rewards Account is designed for established SMEs. Find out more about its pros and cons in our review.

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Ulster Bank Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features

Ulster Bank offers three types of accounts for businesses. Find out more about its pros and cons in our review.

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SumUp Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features

SumUp offers one business account designed for small businesses. Find out more about its pros and cons in our review.

Shop owner working out figures for taxes

Your Guide to Business Tax in the UK

For sole traders and limited companies alike, knowing what business tax you have to pay, and when, is crucial. Find out everything you need to know about UK business tax with our guide below.

Business owners looking for an online business account.

Best Online-Only Business Bank Accounts April 2024

Digital-only business accounts have become increasingly popular in recent years. But which one should you choose? Compare the best online business bank accounts in the UK below.

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