Step-by-step journeys — Guided paths through business milestones, organised by sector.

Cross-sector essentials 5

Foundational journeys that apply to all business types.

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Close your company

Choose the right route to close your limited company - voluntary strike-off, Members' Voluntary Liquidation, or dealing with debts

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Explore business rescue and insolvency options

Understand your options when your company faces financial difficulty - from rescue procedures to formal insolvency, your duties as a director, and how to protect employees

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Sell your business

Navigate the business sale process from preparation to completion and beyond - valuation, finding buyers, due diligence, TUPE, deal negotiation, and post-sale obligations

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Stop your sole trader business

Step-by-step guide to closing your self-employment - telling HMRC, filing final returns, and keeping required records

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Transfer ownership of your business

Plan and execute business succession - family transfers, management buyouts, partner buyouts, or employee ownership

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