Starting Your Business

Running a Business from Home

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There are various factors that need to be considered when thinking of operating a business from home, from getting the right insurance to making sure that you are not in contravention of any rules from your mortgage provider or landlord.

See the latest information for those who wish to run a business from home.   

There is a useful guide called 'The Home Business Guide; a guide to starting and growing your business from home' produced by the Department for Business Innovation and Skills.

The guide explains the process of setting up a business from home and dispels common myths about it. It covers business essentials like rates, insurance and health and safety considerations. It also offers practical steps and top tips from those already running a successful business from home.

Don't forget also, that there are various home working allowances that you may be able to take advantage of.

Help for Your Business

Starting Your Business

When setting up your own business, preparation is key - we're here to provide guidance and signposting to ensure you are well equipped to deal with the journey ahead. Get the information you may need when starting up and running your business, as well as further advice and useful links.

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Running Your Business

Setting up and running a business can be a challenge but help is on hand from Derbyshire Dales District Council and others to help make the journey as painless as possible. Established businesses can get help directly from our business adviser and many other useful resources.

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Growing Your Business

Once your business is well-established and profitable you may want to grow and expand it further. If you are not satisfied with maintaining your current operation and want to increase your market share, and profits, you'll need to develop a solid strategy for business growth.

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Funding Your Business

Whether you are looking to launch a start-up, expand your current business, or become more resource efficient, you will most likely need some financial support. Business funding can come in many forms and we are ideally placed to advise you on the latest and most suitable options.

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