The Baseline

2 Feb 2023
5 minute read

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.

1 Feb 2023
6 minute read

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.

26 Jan 2023
3 minute read

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.

25 Jan 2023
3 minute read

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.

24 Jan 2023
6 minute read

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.

23 Jan 2023
6 minute read

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.

19 Jan 2023
6 minute read

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.

18 Jan 2023
1 minute read

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.

16 Jan 2023
8 minute read

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.

13 Jan 2023
4 minute read

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.