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How to fill out a Self-Assessment tax return

Self-Assessment tax returns explained

Finance and legal

23 April 2019

From what they are to how to fill them out, we’ve got your Self-Assessment needs sorted

Accounting software to make running a business simpler

Finance and legal

18 April 2019

Keep your business’ books balanced with AXA’s guide to accounting software

Sole trader or limited company?

Finance and legal

9 April 2019

What’s the difference between operating as a sole trader or limited company?

Behind the business: Mike King Windows

Starting up

5 February 2019

Having run a window cleaning company for the past 40 years, Mike knows what it takes to make your business successful. He shares his business tips here.

Behind the business: Dynamic Double Glazing

Starting up

5 February 2019

Providing the best service possible is what drives Ian Hepburn’s business forward. Here, Ian chats the highs and lows of being self-employed.

Behind the business: Wendy Harris

Starting up

5 February 2019

For Wendy Harris, clear communication is vital to business success. Here she reveals why she relishes being in the driver’s seat of her business.

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Managing the Winter Blues in the Workplace

Motivation and fun

5 February 2019

How to give the winter blues the red card

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Budget 2018: what SMEs need to know

Business news and opinion

1 November 2018

Examining how the Chancellor’s Budget could impact how small businesses operate.

How to survive running a business from home

Starting up

17 October 2018

Running a home business? Here’s how to make the most of it.

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Independent shops: heroes of the high street?

Customer matters

14 October 2018

The UK high street is more tempestuous than ever but could independent shops ride out the storm?

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London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone: what you need to know

Transport and logistics

14 October 2018

Learn how the Government’s latest step in reducing London’s air pollution could affect your business.

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How criminals are breaking into vans

Transport and logistics

21 September 2018

Here's three new ways criminals can break into your van – and how to stop them.

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Research and development for businesses

Digital and innovation

22 August 2018

Research & development could help your small business stand out. Here’s how.

The SME Guide to Landing Public Sector Contracts

Growth and strategy

21 August 2018

Working with the Government can seem daunting, so follow AXA' s beginner' s guide to the public procurement process for small businesses.

R&D tax credits: the facts

Digital and innovation

21 August 2018

Discover how R&D tax credits could help you innovate your business strategy.