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Best Property Investment Books (UK)
The best books on UK property investment and buy-to-let, from beginner guides to the strategy classics, chosen for British landlords and would-be investors.
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Best Receipt Printers for Small Businesses (UK)
The best thermal receipt printers for UK small businesses, market stalls and cafes, from budget models to reliable workhorses that pair with card machines.
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The 3 Best Card Machines For Small Businesses
The best card machines for small businesses avoid long contracts and set up fast. Compare three low-fee, pay-as-you-go readers to start taking card payments quickly.
Mortgages
Bridge to Let Mortgage
A bridge-to-let mortgage lets landlords buy quickly, then switch to a buy-to-let deal. Terms run 3-12 months, deposits from 25%. See how it works and how to exit.
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Serviced accommodation mortgages
Serviced accommodation mortgages offer investors an opportunity to benefit from financial leverage and access to higher rental yields through the short term let market.
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Can A Business Get A Mortgage? Yes. Here's how...
Yes, a business can get a mortgage via a commercial mortgage, usually needing a 25-35% deposit at 65-75% LTV over terms up to 15 years. See how they work.
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Can a Charity Have a Card Machine?
Yes, charities can use a card machine for cashless donations, though not every provider accepts them. See which readers suit charities and the low-cost alternatives.
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Can I Get a Card Machine For Free?
No card machine is truly free: there's always an upfront fee, a transaction cost, or both. The next best option is a low-cost pay-as-you-go reader. See the picks.
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Can I have a card machine without a business account?
Yes, you can have a card machine without a business account. Fintech readers pair with your phone and pay into a personal account. See the sole-trader options.
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Can I Use My Phone as a Card Machine?
Yes. With Tap to Pay on iPhone or Android and apps like Zettle, SumUp or Square, your phone can accept contactless card payments with no extra hardware.
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The Best Card Machine for Craft Fairs
The best card machines for craft fairs are portable, low-fee mobile readers that take contactless payments anywhere. Compare the two top pay-as-you-go picks.
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Cash Boxes for Businesses: Choosing a Till Float
How to choose a cash box or till float for a market stall, craft fair or small business, and when a card reader might serve you better.
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Best Cashbox For Craft Shows
The best cashbox for craft shows keeps takings secure and change organised, with a lockable tray for coins and notes. See the top picks and what to look for.
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Do Banks Provide Card Machines?
Yes, banks provide card machines, but you need a business account and merchant contract, which can be costly. See cheaper options like SumUp and Square.
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Do Card Machines Need Wi-Fi?
Not all card machines need Wi-Fi: many use mobile data to take payments anywhere, while others rely on Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. See which type suits your business.
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The Fact Find and What to Expect
A fact find is the set of questions an adviser asks to understand your finances before advising. Here's what to expect and why it's a normal, required step.
Mortgages
What Can A Bridging Loan Be Used For?
Perhaps someone has mentioned a bridging loan, and that has left you wondering, what can a bridging loan be used for? Is it the solution to your property chain?