The Many Ways To Finance A Start-Up

Reading Time: 16 minutesFinancing a start-up can be a real challenge. One that throws up plenty of questions: Can I secure a bank loan? What government grants are available to me? How much of my own money is it sensible to use? Should I borrow from a friend or family member? There are a lot of considerations to make. And, that’s before you can start worrying about earning enough money to pay it all back. So, in this guide, we’re going to assess what options are available to you as a new entrepreneur. We’ll also take a look at the financial landscape facing start-ups and small businesses today. We hope you find it useful.

What is BADR & What’s Changing in April? Business Asset Disposal Relief Explained

Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a business owner, there are untold numbers of acronyms to contend with. EBITDA, P&L, B2B and so on. But what about BADR? BADR stands for Business Asset Disposal Relief, and it affects you when you come to sell part or all of your business. From the new tax year, rates on qualifying assets above the threshold increase,… Continue reading What is BADR & What’s Changing in April? Business Asset Disposal Relief Explained

Payrolling Benefits in Kind: What Does it Mean for You?

Reading Time: 5 minutesThe way UK employers report Benefits in Kind (BiKs) is set to change — and while the new rules won’t take effect until April 2027 (extended from the original proposal of April 2026), the direction of travel is now clear.

Draft guidance published by HM Revenue & Customs outlines plans to move away from traditional P11D reporting and towards mandatory real-time payrolling of benefits. For many businesses, this will represent one of the most significant payroll and reporting changes in recent years.

Dealing with HMRC Business Debts – What Help is Available?

Reading Time: 3 minutesWhile running a business can be immensely rewarding and provides an indispensable learning experience to business owners, keeping company finances in check year-round can be challenging, particularly when faced with adversity, from economic uncertainty, legislative reforms, and changing market conditions, to new competition. Operating proactively, rather than reactively, and investing in contingency planning can minimise… Continue reading Dealing with HMRC Business Debts – What Help is Available?

Becoming a Franchisee

Reading Time: 16 minutesBuying into a franchise and becoming a franchisee. It’s a unique and popular option for budding entrepreneurs in the UK. It’s a model that allows you to buy into an established business and benefit from systems, processes, and products that have already proven successful. That’s not to say it’s an easy option, however. For one thing, it requires significant personal investment. And, unlike those who become directors of their own limited company, franchisees are accountable to their franchisor. In this guide, we explain the process of buying into a franchise and take a closer look at the pros and cons of becoming a franchisee. Enjoy.

Hiring Your First Employee

Reading Time: 26 minutesHiring your first employee is a milestone moment for you and your business. But it can be as much daunting as it is exciting. So, in this guide, Danbro Business wants to help you prepare for this significant step, assessing the impact that becoming an employer can have on your business. We’ll hear from employers and decision-makers on the ways to identify the gaps that need filling in your business. And, our HR expert will also explain the process of employment and how you can select the right candidate for your business. We hope you find our guidance useful.

SPV: Your Guide to Special Purpose Vehicles & Buy-to-Lets

Reading Time: 8 minutesSpecial purpose vehicles, or SPVs, have increased in popularity amongst property investors in recent years, with more and more using them to buy, sell and manage their buy-to-let portfolios. So, Danbro Business have taken a closer look at the relationship between SPVs and buy-to-lets. Our free guide will tell you all you need to know about how SPVs work, as well as their pros, cons and associated tax implications to help you decide if it’s the right route for you. We hope you find it useful.

How do I set up a Limited Company?

Reading Time: 6 minutesIn this free guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about how limited companies work, how to set up a limited company and, most importantly, how you’ll get paid as a director or shareholder. Let’s get started.

The Many Ways To Finance A Start-Up

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