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Over 650,000 new companies were incorporated in the UK in 2018! The consistent growth in company formation is not only a product of business optimism, but also continued efforts to simplify the process of company set up.…
Taxation issues on share buybacks
The amount paid by the company for shares that it buys back, either as a purchase of own shares, a share redemption or share capital reduction can have tax implications on the seller of the shares and to a lesser extent on the…
What is a trademark?
A trademark is something that identifies the products or services of a specific business. It is, therefore, a valuable business asset that needs to be protected to prevent others trying to use it to sell their products and…
Inform Direct product update – November 2018
This latest release to Inform Direct focuses on enhancing the company formation process including the addition of an in-process AML check for customers forming companies for themselves. As well as this we’ve been taking your…
Do I need a business bank account?
Not all businesses are required to have a business bank account. Many business that are not legally required to have a business account still decide to operate with one as they do offer many benefits.…
What are the rules on company names?
Company names are important as they identify the company and it products and services. Generally, you should be able to use your chosen company name for your company or limited liability partnership (LLP). However, there are…
2025 Review
of UK Company Formations
Read our comprehensive review of UK company formations in 2024, 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