What should I do first when starting a small Edinburgh business?

If you are starting a small business in Edinburgh it is necessary to evaluate the market and potential customer base before making your plans finalized. Doing your research prior to undertaking a company would be a wise choice to be sure that your idea will thrive in your area. Also make a clear and comprehensive budget and business plan in order to keep you on track and to show potential investors your ideas. To get assistance when starting your new business, call us at UKStartups.org, 020 3880 8554. You can also try filling out the form on our 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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Be sure to look at the hundreds of daily questions and answers we have from entrepreneurs like you who want to learn more about starting a business, creating a business plan, searching for funding. Our small business experts take the time to answer each and every single question, so if you have something on your mind – we can help!

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