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SOME MAY HAVE BEEN MADE REDUNDANT AND FIND THEMSELVES WITH FREE TIME AND FINANCIAL RESOURCES. OTHERS MAKE THE DECISION TO START UP IN BUSINESS TO BE MORE INDEPENDENT AND OBTAIN THE FULL FINANCIAL REWARD FOR THEIR EFFORTS.  \nWhatever the reason, a number of dangers exist. Probably the greatest concern is the possibility of business failure.  \nRead on for guidance on some of the factors which need to be considered before trading begins.  \nThis factsheet cannot cater for every possibility and any decisions should be supported by professional advice.  \nInitial considerations  \nIn order to make your business a success there are a number of key factors which should be considered:  \n• commitment-starting a business is demanding. Determination and enthusiasm are essential  \n• skills-you will need managerial, financial, technical and marketing skills. If you do not have these skills personally, they can be found in a partner or employee, or acquired through training  \n• your product or service should have a proven or tested market, but must not conflict with the patent or rights of an existing business.  \nIn addition to these general considerations there are a number of more specific matters.  \nThe business plan  \nThe business plan is the key to success. If you need finance, no bank manager will lend money without a sensible plan.  \nYour plan should provide a thorough examination of the way in which the business will commence and develop. It should describe the business, product or service, market, mode of operation, capital requirements and projected financial results.  \nBusiness structure  \nThere are three common types of business structure:  \n• Sole trader  \nThis is the simplest form of business since it can be established without legal formality. However, the business of a sole trader is not distinguished from the proprietor's personal affairs.  \n• Partnership  \nA partnership is similar in nature to a sole trader but because more people are involved it is advisable to draw up a written agreement and for all partners to be aware of the terms of the partnership. Again the business and personal affairs of the partners are not legally separate. A further possibility is to use what is known as a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) .  \n• Company  \nThe business affairs are separate from the personal affairs of the owners, but there are legal regulations to comply with.  \nThe appropriate structure will depend on a number of factors, including consideration of taxation implications, the legal entity, ownership and liability.  \nBusiness stationery  \nThere are minimum requirements for the contents of business stationery, both paper and electronic, which will depend on the type of business structure.  \nFACTSHEETS  \nBooks and records  \nAll businesses need to keep records. They can be maintained by hand or maybe computerised but should contain details of payments, receipts, credit purchases and sales, assets and liabilities. If you are considering purchasing computer software to maintain your records, obtain professional advice.  \nAccounts  \nThe books and records are used to produce the accounts. If the records are well kept it will be easier to put together the accounts. Accounts must be prepared for HMRC and if a company is formed there are strict legal requirements as to their layout. The accounts and company tax return must be submitted electronically to HMRC in a specific format (iXBRL) .  \nA company and a LLP may need to have an audit and will need to make the accounts publicly available by filing them at Companies House within a strict time limit.  \nTaxation  \nWhen starting in business, taxation aspects must be considered.  \n• Taxation on profits  \nThe type and rate of taxation will depend on the form of business structure. However, the taxable profit will norm","cbCainHrjAeaibyb","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainHrjAeaibyb","pdf",1645218,"English","# Initial considerations\n# The business plan\n# Business structure\n# Business stationery\n# Books and records\n# Accounts\n# Taxation\n## Taxation on profits\n## National Insurance (NI)\n## Value Added Tax (VAT)\n# Employing others\n# Premises","[{\"question\":\"What key factors should be considered before starting to trade?\",\"answer\":\"The guidance highlights commitment, the need for managerial, financial, technical and marketing skills, and ensuring the product or service has a proven or tested market without conflicting with existing patent or rights.\"},{\"question\":\"Why is a business plan essential for obtaining finance?\",\"answer\":\"The document states that banks require a sensible plan and that the plan should examine how the business will commence and develop, including the business description, market, operating mode, capital needs, and projected financial results.\"},{\"question\":\"What taxation topics must be considered when starting a business?\",\"answer\":\"It covers taxation on profits (including how taxable profit differs from accounts), National Insurance contributions, and Value Added Tax—such as whether registration is required and ensuring compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements.\"}]","Starting Up in Business - Key Factors and Setup Guidance | PDF",13]