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HMRC launches SME financial tools

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A new set of tools has been launched by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that will help small-and medium-sized enterprises (SME) managed their financial record more efficiently. The four new products have been designed specifically f...continue reading


The importance of due diligence when buying a business

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The element of chance and risk that is inherent to the acquisition of any business or part of a business these days can be efficiently minimised by thorough due diligence by the buyer. The broadness of the term 'due diligence...continue reading


Travel firm expands into new markets following strategic acquisition

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A travel centre based in Hagley has been purchased for an undisclosed sum by Good Travel Management, in a strategic acquisition deal. Good Travel Management, which is headquartered in Hull, has acquired Mercian Travel Centre in ...continue reading


How to structure an earn-out

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An earn-out has long been a business purchase arrangement that can ensure the maximum possible return on a sale. The structuring of an earn-out looks to the future performance of a business - to its potential for greater value - t...continue reading


Lord Mayor of the City of London pressures banks to increase SME lending

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The Lord Mayor of the City of London has called on banks to increase lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Michael Bear has announced that he is piling 'huge pressure' onto banks to improve lending to...continue reading


Calling entrepreneur bookworms: Bournemouth Literary Festival is up for sale

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The Bournemouth Literary Festival, which has been held annually for the past five years, has been put on the market by its director, Lillian Avon. The Festival celebrates a variety of creative writing from around the globe and h...continue reading


M&A activity on the rise in 2011

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The high level of merger and acquisition activity taking place in the first few weeks of this year points to a positive 2011 for the sector, according to industry experts. The beginning of this year has seen a number of mergers ...continue reading


Office supplies firm acquires company out of administration

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A Cardiff-based office supplies company has made a major acquisition in a bid to grow its turnover and expand its services into Cornwall and Plymouth. SET Office Supplies is expecting to record a £25 million turnover this ...continue reading


Lending to small businesses on the up, claim banks

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Banks across the UK have reported that credit availability for small businesses – defined as those with an annual turnover of under £1 million - is on the up. According to the Bank of England's fourth quarter Cr...continue reading


Should I buy or sell shares or assets of a business?

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In the buying and selling of businesses, deals can often be completed by way of a sale of shares in the company. It is a fairly common method of transferring ownership but what does it mean for both the buyer and seller, and why d...continue reading


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