Legal Aspects
RESOURCES FOR LEGAL ASPECTS
Web resources:
http://www.enterprisenation.com/blog/screencast-sole-trader-vs-limited-company/
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/business/aims/limitedcompaniesvid.shtml
Government business website: invaluable resource providing information and advice about all aspects of starting up a business. Provides information about all legal structures and how to find your way through the rules and regulations.
https://www.gov.uk/browse/business
Startups: A very thorough and useful resource on this and all aspects of starting up a business.
http://www.startups.co.uk/choosing-the-right-business-structure_1.html
Other web resources
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http://www.e-conomic.co.uk/accountingsystem/glossary/sole-trader
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http://www.completebusinessstartup.co.uk/starting-business/sole-trader.html
For Business Partnerships
YouTube Videos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4OZKX24Oz2k
Other useful and important resources:
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Guidance on company formation under the Companies Act 2006. HMRC's Company Formation guide -
http://www.companieshouse.gov.uk/about/gbhtml/gbf1.shtml
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Agency recommended to act in preparing for registration of a limited company with Companies House:
http://www.simpleformations.com/companies-house.htm
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Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) - check up on solicitor's credentials, and an online directory of solicitors who can help learners decide on your business structure.
http://www.sra.org.uk/consumers/consumers.page
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The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales - Find a chartered accountant, and make sure they have the necessary qualifications.
HMRC Website: