Hopes are on the rise within the real estate sector, with indicators suggesting a potential spring revival in the housing market.
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New Data Reveals Generation Z’s Shifting Career Landscape Towards Freelancing and Self-Employment
In light of ongoing job instability, recent UK data indicates a significant inclination among 16-26 year olds towards freelance, self-employed, or side hustle careers over traditional full-time employment.
Vacancies fall as employers rein in hiring
Job vacancy numbers plummeted last year as firms reacted to uncertainty in the economy. That’s according to the latest report from the world’s largest network of job boards, Broadbean Technology.
British Businesses Show Support for Labour’s Innovation Agenda, New Study Finds
Recent research has identified a new trend among British businesses, with an overwhelming majority backing the Labour Party’s stance on fostering innovation.
HMRC spends over £80m on ‘work from home’ devices
HM Revenue & Customs has been criticised for its ‘couch potato culture’ after spending over £80m on remote working devices, according to official figures.
Chancellor’s ‘generous’ National Insurance cut will increase tax for millions
The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt’s 2% National Insurance (‘NIC’) cut may not be as generous as he proclaimed at last week’s Spring Budget, say leading tax and advisory firm Blick Rothenberg.
Business Planning: A Royal Pain or the Secret to Your Success?
Business planning. Two words that fill us all with joy. No?
Huge boom in over 50 year old entrepreneurs with Start Up Loans providing over £140m of finance to fulfil start up dream
The surge in entrepreneurship among individuals aged 50 and above post-pandemic has led to a significant milestone for Start Up Loans, a part of the British Business Bank.
It’s the experience that counts – ways to retain your customers
“There’s no substitute for experience.” This is a phrase we hear often in business and our wider lives. But while this commonly refers to choosing people or a company to provide a service, shouldn’t the phrase also apply to the experience your customer receives?
Companies run by women are less likely to go insolvent than companies run by men
New research suggests that companies led by women exhibit a lower likelihood of insolvency compared to those led by men.
British companies urged to trial four-day weeks in August
British companies are being encouraged to embrace a more relaxed approach to summer by participating in a trial of a four-day workweek throughout the month of August.
Businesses can now access £185m funding for green upgrades, say energy experts
Considering the integration of renewable energy into your business may appear daunting from a financial perspective. However, energy specialists Geo Green Power have highlighted the latest funding support that could transform your eco-friendly aspirations into reality in 2024.
Using a shareholder agreement to avoid conflict, delays and costly mistakes
If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s how unpredictable the world can be and the importance of planning ahead for challenging circumstances.
Why CAC and LTV are ‘must know’ concepts for every entrepreneur
Do you know what your business pays in sales and marketing costs to attract one additional customer? Do you know the average profit your business realises from a future customer relationship? Gaining insight into your Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) and Lifetime Value (LTV) is crucial.
Why your business should get involved in corporate fundraising
Corporate fundraising is where businesses and private companies raise money for charity and donate to good causes. Often it is in the form of cash or an in-kind gift to a charity.
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