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Here at Shirley Smith & Co, we appreciate that beginning a new business venture may initially seem daunting.
That is why we are on hand to guide you through the business start-up process. We will assist you in managing the start-up requirements, and we will provide expert advice and support at a time when it is most needed. Shirley Smith & Co can help you to choose the most suitable structure for your new business – whether it be as a sole trader, limited company or a partnership. We can also assist in the creation of an effective business plan, cashflow projections, trading forecasts and budgets.
If you find yourself in need of finance, we can advise on the most appropriate sources of funding for your requirements, and draw up the necessary proposals. Our team will also establish a good working relationship between you and your bank.
In addition, we can finalise any registration procedures with HMRC and Companies House, and handle your company secretarial issues.
So to find out how you can benefit from Shirley Smith & Co’s start-up services, please contact us.
17 Jul 2026
HMRC's performance data for 2025/26 shows it has made progress on customer service but still has a way to go, according to the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT).
16 Jul 2026
HMRC says it is making it easier for informants to report serious tax fraud and avoidance through the Strengthened Reward Scheme.
15 Jul 2026
Significant reforms to small business finance have been announced by the government.