The Baseline
What do interest rate rises mean for small businesses?
As the Bank of England raised interest rates to 4% on 2 February – the tenth consecutive rate rise since 2021 – we look at how this affects small businesses.
Barriers to success for dropshippers
Dropshipping is a large and growing sector within online retail, with dropshippers fulfiling more than a third of Amazon orders globally. Here we look at the common barriers to success in this expanding sector.
Does your insurance broker have an in-house claims team?
First-time buyers often overlook whether an insurance broker outsources their claims or has a dedicated team in-house. We outline the benefits of choosing a broker with an in-house claims team.
5 things beauty therapists can do to stop last-minute cancellations
Five tips from Storefront co-founder and CEO Jean-Michel Chalayer, to make cancellations less of a challenge for your beauty business.
A landlord’s guide to rental yield
Rental yield is one of the most important metrics for landlords. Find out how to calculate it, how to improve it, and the average rental yield in your region.
8 ways for small businesses to save money
What can you do to keep your business afloat in this tough economic climate? We outline eight cost-cutting solutions that could help you save money and reduce hidden expenses.
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.
Superscript unveils insurance for online retailers and dropshippers
Find out more about our customisable, flexible insurance product for a new generation of online retailers and ecommerce businesses.
How can small businesses cope with increased energy prices?
Wholesale energy prices rose significantly between 2021 and 2022, affecting many UK SMEs, despite the introduction of government support. Here’s our guide to what small businesses can do to tackle higher energy costs.
Allowable expenses when you’re self-employed
What are allowable expenses? Who can claim them? This guide covers all you need to know – helping you claim everything you’re entitled to.