Plain answers,
signed by a partner.
Short notes on the questions clients ask us first. Each one starts with the answer, then takes a few minutes to explain it.
Earlier notes
Business
Sole trader or company: which suits a new business?
Claire Donovan
·
3 min read
A sole trader is simpler and cheaper. A company costs more to run but keeps business debts away from your home.
Wills & estates
Do you need a will if you rent?
Mai Tran
·
2 min read
Yes. A will decides who receives your savings and belongings, and who cares for your children.
Property
Five clauses to read before you sign a lease
Claire Donovan
·
2 min read
Rent reviews, make-good, outgoings, assignment and the option to renew. Each one can cost you years later.
Employment
Can your employer change your hours without asking?
Daniel Mensah
·
2 min read
Usually not. Your hours are part of your contract, and changing them normally needs your agreement.
Disputes
Someone owes you money. What should you do first?
Daniel Mensah
·
2 min read
Put it in writing with a deadline. Most debts are settled at the letter, long before anyone goes to court.
Plain answers,
signed by a partner.
Short notes on the questions clients ask us first. Each one starts with the answer, then takes a few minutes to explain it.
Earlier notes
Business
Sole trader or company: which suits a new business?
Claire Donovan
·
3 min read
A sole trader is simpler and cheaper. A company costs more to run but keeps business debts away from your home.
Wills & estates
Do you need a will if you rent?
Mai Tran
·
2 min read
Yes. A will decides who receives your savings and belongings, and who cares for your children.
Property
Five clauses to read before you sign a lease
Claire Donovan
·
2 min read
Rent reviews, make-good, outgoings, assignment and the option to renew. Each one can cost you years later.
Employment
Can your employer change your hours without asking?
Daniel Mensah
·
2 min read
Usually not. Your hours are part of your contract, and changing them normally needs your agreement.
Disputes
Someone owes you money. What should you do first?
Daniel Mensah
·
2 min read
Put it in writing with a deadline. Most debts are settled at the letter, long before anyone goes to court.