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How to claim maternity pay through your limited company

If you run your business through a limited company and pay yourself a salary through payroll, you can usually pay yourself Statutory Maternity Pay .…

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How to close down your limited company: a guide for business owners

How you close your company depends on two questions. Can it pay all its debts? And how much money will be left for you once…

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Limited company or sole trader? How to choose the right structure for your agency

In 2026/27, a limited company no longer automatically beats being a sole trader on tax. If you draw out every pound of profit, the sole…

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How to correctly value stock in the accounts for a TCG business

Your stock is one of the biggest numbers on your balance sheet — and one of the easiest to get wrong. Quick answer. Value…

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What is the best system to manage stock for my TCG business?

Spreadsheets get you started. They won’t get you scaled. Quick answer. Use a card-specific platform such as BinderPOS, TCG Sync, Crystal Commerce or Storepass.…

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How to Exit Your Agency Without Compromising Your Culture, Wealth, or Peace of Mind

Transitioning away from the day-to-day operations of an agency is one of the most significant milestones a founder will ever navigate. Yet, so many business…

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What are the typical running costs of a TCG business?

Know your true cost base and your margins stop being a guess. Quick answer. Beyond stock, budget for platform commission, payment processing, postage and…

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What a good finance relationship actually looks like

Most founders have only ever known one version of an accountancy relationship — the transactional one. It's not a deliberate choice on anyone's part; it's…

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What is the best way to collect payment for a TCG business?

The right payment mix depends on where and how you sell. Quick answer. Use the platform’s built-in payment for live-selling (Whatnot handles it automatically),…

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