The Baseline
A guide to importing and exporting for online retailers
Running an ecommerce business can often involve importing stock from overseas and selling and exporting products to customers abroad. Here’s your guide to the customs, licensing and tax rules.
A small business guide to registering for VAT
All businesses with an annual turnover greater than £85,000 must register for Value Added Tax (VAT) and complete a VAT return. Read our VAT guide for small businesses, breaking down how to register and pay your taxes.
Superscript sets up first Lloyd's-backed line slip for crypto-miners
we’re incredibly proud to announce that we've organised the first Lloyd’s of London-backed line slip to increase the accessibility of property insurance for crypto-miners. Find out more.
What do interest rate rises mean for small businesses?
As the Bank of England raised interest rates to 4.25% on 23 March – the eleventh consecutive rate rise since 2021 – we look at how this affects small businesses.
How can startups reduce exposure to future SVB-type events?
The financial system is still reeling from SVB’s collapse. Here are three bits of practical advice to help you limit exposure to these types of events again in the future.
Five leading incubators at the heart of UK tech
The UK tech startup space is in rude health. Let's meet five of the most significant tech startup incubators helping fledgling UK startups break new ground.
The cost of living and insurance claims
Our Claims Manager Laura explains how the cost of living has impacted insurance claims, and what you need to know if you run a business. Read more.
How to choose a product to sell online
To build a successful ecommerce empire, you need to put quite a bit of thought into what you’re going to sell. Here are eight tips to help you nail that decision and find the perfect products.
Tech for Good - who's who
What is Tech for Good and which players are leading growing this global movement?
Picking the right supplier for your online retail business
As you set up your ecommerce business, selecting the right manufacturers and suppliers for your products is a crucial step. Here, we explore the key things to consider when picking a supplier.