Guides

What Documents Do I Need to Buy a Business in the UK?

Before you buy a business in the UK, the documents matter more than the seller’s pitch. This guide explains which records to ask for first, what they show, and how the list changes for share purchases and asset deals.

How to Trace the Number 590637 in Your Business Records

If 590637 has appeared on an email, invoice, receipt or dashboard, this guide shows you how to work out what it is, where to look next and how to use it safely when you contact support.

Small Business Cyber Incident Response Checklist

A practical checklist for small business owners to contain a cyber incident, decide who does what, preserve evidence, contact the right people and recover safely.

First employee checklist for UK small businesses

A practical, layout-friendly checklist for UK small businesses preparing to hire their first employee, covering structure, records, payroll, pensions and what to verify with official guidance.