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What Insurance Do I Need for Courier Work?
There are various types of insurance you may need to take out to operate as a courier, but much depends on the services you provide.
10 Reasons Why Your Credit Score May Have Gone Down
There are several reasons why your credit score might drop. Some may only cause a temporary dip, while others may take longer for your credit score to recover.
Joint Loans: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Joint loans allow two, or maybe more, people to borrow money together. Each person is fully liable for the repayment of the loan.
How I Built a Global Business
From her farm in Cornwall, Caroline Rimmer ships wool and felt products all over the world, using Etsy and her own website to reach a global community of crafters. She…
“One Income Stream Isn’t Enough”
Welcome to Entrepreneur Spotlight, a series where our Nerds ask sole traders and small business owners how they’ve overcome challenges to become more financially resilient. Here, single mum Elaine Murray…
Pricing as a solopreneur: Lessons from Lisa the Pet Sitter
After a 35-year career as a veterinary nurse, Lisa Gold set up as a sole trader. Her business, Lisa the Pet Vet Sitter, combines her love of animals with her…
Temp Staff Aren’t a Stop-gap, They’re Growth Insurance
Welcome to Entrepreneur Spotlight, a series where our Nerds ask small business owners to share their secrets and the lessons they’ve learned. Here, experienced recruiter Abby Robbins explains why practicing…
What is Asset Finance and How Does It Work?
Asset financing could help your business cover the cost of buying or hiring essential equipment. Here, we explain how asset financing works so you can consider the advantages, disadvantages and…
We Focused on Being Financially Self-Sufficient
Welcome to Entrepreneur Spotlight, a series where our Nerds ask small business owners to share their secrets and the lessons they’ve learned. Here, husband-and-wife team Maria Romero and Emanuel Ferrandez,…
Business is Really About People
Welcome to Entrepreneur Spotlight, a series where our Nerds ask small business owners to share their secrets and the lessons they’ve learned. Here, Julian Parmiter, co-founder and CEO of Create…
Growing Your Business is Harder Than Starting it
Welcome to Entrepreneur Spotlight, a series where our Nerds ask small business owners to share their secrets and the lessons they’ve learned. Here, Maya Haiman-Eilon, co-founder of Mont58 Coffee, explains…
Find What Your Customers Really Want and Give Them More of it
Welcome to Entrepreneur Spotlight, a series where our Nerds ask small business owners to share their secrets and the lessons they’ve learned. Here, Rachel Holland, owner of luxury home fragrance…
Selling Your House if You Have a Secured Loan
If you have a secured loan and want to sell your house, you could pay off the loan first or transfer it to your new property.
Business Continuity Plans Explained
A business continuity plan can make your business more resilient and provide you with some peace of mind.
What Is a Good Credit Score and Should You Aim for One?
There isn’t a universal ‘good’ credit score for borrowers to work towards because financial firms and credit reference agencies all calculate it differently.