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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · 17d

🛡️ Running a business means taking risks but some risks aren’t worth taking.

From liability to cyber cover, the right insurance can protect your company from costly surprises.

👉 Read our guide: zurl.co/WF3H6

#ukbusiness #businessinsurance #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · 19d

💡 #TuesdayTips: Avoiding Start-Up Mistakes

Avoid these founder traps 👇
❌ No market research
❌ Wrong business structure
❌ Forgetting your SIC code
❌ Poor cash flow
❌ Doing it all alone

Start smart, not stressed.

🔗 zurl.co/o6ClT

#startups #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · 23d

⚖️ Missed a Companies House deadline?

Penalties are automatic, but if you’ve got a valid reason, you can appeal.

✅ Illness or bereavement
✅ Fire, flood, or theft
✅ System or postal failure

Read more: zurl.co/9VeJK

#ukbusiness #companieshouse #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · 24d

Did you know? 🤔

Companies House only rejects names that are identical or too alike - not just creatively spelled.

Check your name before you register 👉 zurl.co/zKem6

#didyouknow #companyformation #ukbusiness #startups #formationswise

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · 25d

Thinking of changing your company’s registered office address? 🏢

Keep it legal, protect your privacy & stay compliant with Companies House.

Read how 👉 zurl.co/o6Ze0

#ukbusiness #companieshouse #companyformation #ukbusiness

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 25

🦇October isn’t just another month its packed with marketing opportunities + key compliance deadlines. From campaigns to cash flow checks, here’s what UK businesses need to know.

📖Read more: zurl.co/yY8Ej

#smallbusinessuk #ukstartups #businessgrowth #ukbusiness

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 22

Forming a UK limited company? Don’t fall into these traps:

❌ Wrong structure
❌ Bad name choice
❌ Missing tax registrations
❌ Poor share planning
❌ Ignoring compliance

✅ Plan smart, get expert help.

👉 zurl.co/wK1Vh

#companyformation #ukbusiness #ukstartups

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 19

✨ #feedbackfriday spotlight

💬 “When selecting a formation agent, I phoned several, but Formation Wise stood out to me because they were more than willing to speak with me”

Ready to start your journey? zurl.co/i1H3b

#companyformation #customerfeedback

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 15

💡 30% of UK consumers made a complaint last year.

How you respond can make or break customer trust:
✅ Acknowledge fast
✅ Listen with empathy
✅ Resolve fairly
✅ Learn & improve

👉 Full guide: zurl.co/9TJbO

#companyformation #customerservice #ukbusiness

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 10

💡 New to business? The UK VAT threshold (2025) is £90,000 turnover.

Registering for VAT can:
✅ Keep you compliant with HMRC
✅ Boost credibility
✅ Help reclaim startup costs

👉 Full post: zurl.co/UJ1Ye

#compayformation #vatregistration #ukbusiness

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 8

🍔 90% of UK franchises survive 5 years.

Franchising offers brand recognition, training & support, but comes with costs & restrictions.

👉 Full guide:https://zurl.co/9M4HE

#companyformation #startups #entrepreneur #franchise #uksmallbusiness

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 3

⚖️ Did you know the Companies Act still shapes how UK businesses are run today? From director duties to filing rules, it’s the foundation for every startup.

👉 Starting a business?

🌐 Visit: zurl.co/RHwL4

#companyformation #companiesact #ukbusiness #ukstartups

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Sep 1

🎨 Your logo is more than decoration - it’s your brand’s first impression.

Keep it simple, relevant & timeless. And don’t forget: protect it with a trademark.

📖 Read the full post: zurl.co/TbWVL

#companyformation #branding #smallbusinessuk #ukstartup #entrepreneur

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Aug 13

Over 800,000 companies are registered with Companies House each year but nearly half never trade.

Start strong: plan well, know your deadlines, and file on time.

Need help forming your business? 👉 zurl.co/d85sM

#ukbusiness #startups #entrepreneur #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Aug 8

Wearing every hat in your startup? CEO, marketer, finance, IT... and that’s just Monday.

We’ve broken down the roles every UK entrepreneur plays and doing them well.

Read the full post: zurl.co/slUBb

#startupuk #entrepreneurship #smallbusinessup #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Aug 6

🚨 From 18 Nov 2025, UK company directors & PSCs must verify their ID with @CompaniesHouse.

✅ New directors: before appointment
✅ Existing directors: by next confirmation statement
✅ PSCs: 14-day deadline

We’ll help: zurl.co/XRypd

#UKbusiness #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Aug 4

#SetYourWeekRight - Feel like your dream business is one “next week” away?

Well… it’s next week.

Take one small step today:
✔️Check a name
✔️Read up on structures
✔️Register your company

We’ll handle the paperwork 👉 zurl.co/3nM8B

#startup #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 31

📬 What’s a director’s service address and why should you care?

✅ It’s public
✅ It can be global
✅ It keeps your home address private

Protect your privacy + stay compliant.

🛡️ Read more zurl.co/C8Dlo

#ukbusiness #limitedcompany #startupuk #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 28

📅 August is more than holidays.

✅ Deadlines
✅ Summer sales & back-2-school
✅ Q4 prep

💡 Quick wins:
• Run last-chance summer deals
• Refresh goals
• Plan Q4
• Boost engagement w/ seasonal posts

Read more: zurl.co/ACYoi

#ukbusiness #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 24

Who chairs the boardroom? 🪑

It’s not the CEO - it’s the chairperson.

They keep meetings fair, focused & on track. Not legally required, but highly recommended.

Our latest post explains all: zurl.co/XU7Vr

#ukbusiness #limitedcompany #startupuk #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 17

💡 UK Small Business Tip: Want to cut costs without cutting corners?

From ditching subscriptions to outsourcing, claiming tax reliefs & going paperless we’ve got 15 real-world ways to save money.

Read the guide 👉 zurl.co/cCAzU

#ukstartup #businesstips #UKbusiness

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 14

Lost your Companies House WebFiling code? 😬

You’ll need it to file updates, accounts, or change directors. No code = no access.

Act fast to avoid fines. 🕒

👉 Read our guide on what to do next: zurl.co/1xkH4

#ukbusiness #limitedcompany #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 10

Thinking of becoming a sole trader? ⚡

✅ Easy setup
✅ Full control
✅ Keep profits

BUT…
❌ Unlimited liability
❌ Less tax efficient
❌ Harder to scale

Know the pros & cons before. 🌐zurl.co/Um7Cv

#soletrader #startupbasics #ukbusiness #companyformation

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 8

📝 Spotted a name typo on your company records?

Fix it right:
✅ CH01 or your Confirmation Statement.
✅ Update internal registers.
✅ Reissue share certs.
✅ Keep ID + minutes.

Fix now = no headache later.

🌐 zurl.co/x8KoQ

#ukbusiness #companyformation #startup

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Formations Wise @formationswise.bsky.social · Jul 4

What’s the difference between a trading and a registered office address?

✅ Registered office: legal address for official mail.
✅ Trading address: where you do business.

They can be the same - or not.

Get Started 🌐 zurl.co/Pph4Y

#startup #ukbusiness #companyformation

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