Starting an online store is the ambition of many, but few ever make it a reality – why? There are many reasons, but often concerns about the cost to get started, difficulty with inventory management and the complexities of shipping and customer service are at the core...
Are you thinking about letting your first property? Before you take the plunge into landlord life, there are certain things you need to consider. From establishing your legal obligations to calculating your revenue, here are five top tips for every first-time...
Formwork and scaffolding are two similar techniques which are used in the construction industry, albeit for different reasons. Perhaps the key difference is the intended use of the structure. Scaffolding is temporary and is designed to be robust but to hold only...
It seems as if everyone is looking to conserve a bit of money in these challenging times. In the same respect, the average consumer is no longer willing to sacrifice quality for cost. These are two of the reasons why flat-pack homes have become increasingly popular....
The thought of selling your biggest asset is stressful. The thought of selling your biggest asset quickly is even more so. Although a lot of work, selling your home should be as hassle-free as possible, and below are some tips to make your home the most desirable on...
There are a wide range of industries which require employees to work outdoors away from the business headquarters. Additionally, in some industries such as construction, it is often necessary for workers to remain on-site for extended periods of time. However, it is...
Beauty businesses come in all shapes and sizes - some are loaded with multiple stations, others have many locations, and some are mobile or at home businesses. Each of them has its own requirements needed in order to function at full capacity, but when it comes to an...
There is currently a huge demand for rental property in the UK and rents are rising across the country. It is the perfect time to invest in buy to let property and landlords can look forward to significant yields as well as potential capital appreciation in the...
A builder can choose from a broad palette of insurance options when seeking to insure their business. Many of the types of insurance available are not required by UK law, though one - employers' liability insurance - is a notable exception for any builder who employs...
Electronic commerce has become a truly massive industry. As a growing number of consumers are now employing the Internet to purchase goods and services, companies have taken to the virtual world in order to leverage the power of this global marketplace. What can we...
If you’d like to try doing something with your savings beyond extracting a small rate of interest from the bank, one of the best places to put your money is in property. There are a number of schemes set up by lenders to help people purchase second, buy-to-let...
Becoming a landlord can be a viable business venture, but only if you do your research and invest in the right properties. If you want to enjoy great success in the housing market, you must be willing to invest your time and energy into your new project. According to...
Data from renewable energy provider Pure Planet shows that a growing number of UK energy consumers are making the switch to renewable energy. According to the data, more than 1.1 million UK-based customers have switched from using a “big six” conventional energy...
Although we come across health and safety on a daily basis, whether this is PPE or work guides. But throughout all the encounters have you ever wondered where it all began? Where the initial spark of safety legislation started and how it evolved to be part of everyday...
Latest figures from the Office of National Statistics indicate that the number of self-employed people in the UK has reached over 4.7 million. With more and more people becoming self-employed, the issue of renting an office space or working from home is becoming...
While there are numerous growth markets in the world, few are evolving as rapidly as the green construction sector. This is a trend that is continue over the coming years, particularly as technology continues to advance and become more accessible within society. In...
If there is one thing that can be said for the British economy, it is that it continues to rebound aggressively from hardship and austerity. The buy-to-let property sector has served as a prime example of this recently, with the level of demand among investors rising by 30% between June and September. This came after […]
Let’s face facts; the majority of home design trends are fluid and changeable and evolve considerably over time. The cyclical nature of these trends reflects those that dictate the world of fashion, from the dark and textured fabrics of winter to the emergence of pastel-shades and floral prints in the summer. There are some home […]