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Help with IP issues
Hello I had developed a concept for a medical device that it is novel but I have not patented it yet. I sent a patent application but it will take 6 months to get first results and then I would be able to patent it. Frustrated by UK universities and funding organisations, I pitched to two big pharma competitor companies…
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Setting up a toy business and finding branded suppliers
I have talked to a big national company that is willing to fulfill my orders for branded children’s toys when they come in. The person I talked to said that they require a commitment of £100k turnover during a 12 month window. I said I think we will more than clear that in 12 months. Which, I know it will be tough but I…
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Is totalgiving legit?
I probably can not post the link here... but i am a trustee of a small charity. totalgiving seem to have taken our charity details (available to all who go look on the charity commission website, and are suggesting we sign up with them... and that people use them (much like justgiving etc) for fundraising. They claim to be…
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Small claims court online form - unclear and vague
Hi, I had completed an online form for small claims court earlier this year against a builder who took upfront deposit for a job but never turned up or refunded back. Now the Civil Money Claims Dept wrote back to us advising that the court told them that I can not file a case against both a limited company and individual…
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Offsetting tool purchase against tax
Hi, In recent months I’ve been using my DIY skills to help friends and family and really enjoyed it. I’m considering doing self employed handyman type work in my spare time as I only work part time these days. In order to do this it will probably mean acquiring some better tools. I understand I can offset the cost of tools…
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Help Needed - Market Research
Hello, Now before I start I do wish to put a disclaimer on this as it is a business idea and I am a businessman (but in another industry), the idea I have will help people save money but I am not here to sell anything I am just looking for peoples opinions on the matter. Now that is over and done with, I'll get to the…
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New online business - need mentor?
Hello, I am just starting out on my business and plan to launch end of the year. I am working on my website and planning how I will action everything. My business will be purely online. Customers order and pay online from around the world and the product is delivered to loved ones in a particular country (Not UK). Since I…
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Employed and self employed
Hi, Just after some advice. I work full time (38hrs /week) and am a basic rate tax payer. I also now have a small business that I am in the very early stages of starting. It won’t get anywhere near the VAT threshold and I would ideally like to register as ‘self employed’. Can I do this even though it is only going to be…
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Kicking me out of the business
Good morning, I don't know if im posting on the right forum but I'm just looking for some advice. My uncle holds a business which has been going quite a long time, his business partner passed away last year and so he asked me to step in. Ever since, things have turned sour even though he's my uncle, he's assaulted me, said…
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Payment to Overseas bank but in GBP
Hoping someone might be able to help with payments to foreign suppliers. We work with a number of overseas suppliers and have always paid invoices through Transferwise, paying the invoice in the suppliers currency. A new supplier in India are adamant that the invoice be paid in GBP but obviously in to an Indian account. I…
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expanding business need funding
i am looking to expand my business by buying some land (im a dog walking business) but i have no deposit for a business loan. The perfect location has come up by informal tender so i am researching options for purchase. I have an excellent credit rating and equity in my home. I am wondering whether to try the business loan…
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Small Business Help - How does Stat. Sick Pay Work?
Hi, We run a small business with 5 members of staff in total. Since December last year, we have had one member of staff off for various lengths of time for illness. I've tried to read the government advice but I can't get to the bottom of it! In December, they were off work for 14 days, but no periods of illness were…
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small business partnership agreement
Hi all, Ive researched as much as i can on this board and others with only a little sucess. My question, a colleague and I are embarking on a new venture based on interactive learning. We wish to split the profits 50/50, from what Ive learned so far, if we set up a ltd co hiow do we make that an enforceable agreement? for…
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Payroll software or bureau - recommendations?
Did a quick search but nothing obvious came up. Small-ish charity, currently 35 employees, it hovers around that number depending on how many people are on maternity leave but won't go significantly above. We currently use a payroll bureau we're not entirely happy with, and have our AE dealt with separately (pensions are…
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Coach trips
Me and a friend are thinking of booking a local coach company day trips to Bath, London, Oxford etc. Then selling the seats. We have done several as fundraisers and they are always very popular. Having difficulty in finding out if we need a licence or public liability insurance.....or is that part of hiring the coach out?…
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Charity fundraising article discussion
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How to advertise service on Facebook Marketplace?
There seem to be plenty of services advertised on Facebook Marketplace. However when I have attempted to set one up, all the categories seem to be for selling goods. Can anyone give me an idiot’s guide?! Here’s hopin’ & thankin’ in advance!
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Catering Trailer Door lock replacement
Hi all, I am struggling to find the exact match for replacement of my catering trailer door. i have attached some photos of the lock maybe if someone know this brand or similar size door lock system(to avoid any extra work) then please advise me.
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Expanding/second business
My husband has run a cafe for 10 ish years and an opportunity has come up to change locations. Ideally we would like to sell the first business but there will be an unknown overlap period as we have 3 years left on lease. Is there a way to avoid (legally) vat registration as our income will soon exceed threshold…
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Board Meeting Minutes
Hi All, Just a query about board meetings. There is only me in the business however, I have read that all meetings such as dividends etc need to be minuted. Do I need to do this if I am having a meeting with myself? Thanks
