What are the primary steps to opening a small business in the UK?

Ideally, an entrepreneur would follow certain steps to undertake the process of opening a small business, as doing so requires considerable planning. Arguably the very first thing to do if you are planning to start a new small business is to assess your financial resources. If you need to access government money to help with starting a business, it is important for you to learn about the government loans and grants programme. You also need to have a solid small business plan to begin the process. Should you wish to speak with one of our representatives at UKStartups.org, phone 020 3880 8554. Alternatively, fill out the form on the website.

There are hundreds of government funding schemes available for small business owners in the UK. In fact, our Funding Database currently has over 600 government funding schemes and over 500 private investors available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

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