Raise finance & manage your money

Choose and run a business bank account

Examine your finance options

Work out how much money you'll need when starting

Plan your cash flow

Sort out your tax & record keeping

Understand your obligations regarding National Insurance

Consider other business taxes

Consider allowable business expenses

Check whether you are eligible for tax allowances

Check whether you need to register for VAT

Set up your premises

Choose your business premises

Establish a safe workplace

Set up your operations

Finance your initial equipment, plant and machinery

Set up your suppliers

Set up stock control and inventory procedures

Set up transport for your business

Protect your business

Protect your ideas

Insure your business

Promote & sell your product or service

Choose your target customers

Set the price for your product or service

Plan your marketing strategy