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Most companies only ever have one type of share (or class of share). These are commonly called ordinary shares and will be the ones the company was incorporated with. The typical rights that go with ordinary shares are:…
What the Inform Direct NDA template covers
We have written separately about what a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) is and when they should be used. We also mentioned some of the key provisions that an NDA should cover. In this article we look specifically at the Inform…
What is a sole trader?
A sole trader is a self-employed person who owns and runs their own business as an individual. A sole trader business doesn’t have any legal identity separate to its owner. That leads many to say that as a sole trader you…
What is a right to manage (RTM) company?
The leaseholders in a block of flats have the right to form a company for the purpose of taking over management of their block from the freeholder (landlord). In doing so they will be exercising their right to manage (RTM).…
What is a limited company?
A limited company is a form of business which is legally separate from its owners (typically shareholders) and those appointed to run it (directors). Its defining characteristic is limited liability, which we explain below.…
What is a convertible loan note?
What is a convertible loan note?…
2024 Review
of UK Company Formations
Read our comprehensive review of UK company formations in 2023, year-on-year growth rates and breakdown by county. This detailed insight is provided in the form of easy to understand infographics available for sharing through social media and on your own website