How to Choose a Limited Company Name in the UK
Choosing the right limited company name in the UK is not just a branding task. It is also a legal step. Conversely, a bad choice can delay registration, lead to objections or require rebranding down the line. Current UK regulations dictate that your company name must not be the same as an existing registered name, […]
Do I Need an Accountant or Solicitor to Start a UK Business?
Starting a business in the UK can be exciting stuff but it also opens up one big question quite early on, do you need an accountant or solicitor to start a UK business? The truthful answer is not always. In particular, many people are able to register or start up a business on their own […]
A Guide to UK Company Formation for Non-Residents
Setting up a business in Britain may appear daunting at the outset, not least if you reside overseas. Nevertheless, the process can be more straightforward than many people assume. A non-resident can actually form a UK company without residing in Britain, provided it adheres to the legal filing and address rules of Companies House. The […]
What are Shareholders and Shares in UK Limited Companies?
If you are starting a company in Britain, you will soon be introduced to two pillars — shareholders and shares. On the surface they seem simple, but many new founders get ownership vs voting power vs dividends and legal rights mixed up. This is where some of these things get messy at times. In the […]
How to Search Company Name Availability in UK
Choosing a company name sounds simple at first. However, once you start the UK company registration process, you quickly realise that a name must do much more than sound good. It should be available, legally acceptable, easy to remember, and suitable for your market. That is why learning how to search company name availability in […]
What Information Do You Need to Register a UK Company?
Starting a business in Britain is exhilarating but many founders muddle through the same point, what exactly is needed to register a UK company? The silver lining is that the process is pretty standardized. When you have the proper information prepared ahead of time, registering is a breeze and far less daunting. Generally, you register […]
