The Baseline

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.

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.

9 Jan 2023
2 minute read

Superscript scoops £45m in Series B funding

The funding will be used to further develop underwriting and broking capabilities, enhanced by machine learning, and to grow our range of insurance products for SMEs.

6 Jan 2023
4 minute read

What does regulation mean for BNPL companies?

Buy-now-pay-later has been widely adopted by businesses and shoppers alike. Could regulation change how these businesses operate in the future? Read more.

14 Dec 2022
4 minute read

7 ways for landlords to reduce costs

In the face of interest rate hikes and soaring mortgage rates, what can landlords do to cut costs? Here are seven things to do if you’re looking to save money – and some things you shouldn’t do.

12 Dec 2022
4 minute read

How much is Statutory Sick Pay, and what's the SSP rate?

If an employee falls ill, they could be eligible for Statutory Sick Pay. But what’s the current SSP rate? And as an employer, what should you know about SSP?

9 Dec 2022
4 minute read

Rent guarantee insurance vs guaranteed rent schemes

They might sound similar, but guaranteed rent schemes and rent guarantee insurance are quite different mechanisms for protecting your rental income. We look at the pros and cons of both.