MyLtd.co.uk - UK Limited Company Guides

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Your straightforward guide to running, managing and understanding a UK private limited company — from setup and taxes to directors’ duties, payroll, exit strategies and more.

Company Formation & Setup

Registration, share capital, name rules, registered office, documents, costs, timelines and first steps after incorporation.

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Director Duties & Responsibilities

The seven statutory duties, liability risks, wrongful trading, disqualification, powers vs shareholders, resignation and protection.

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Payroll & Employees

How directors pay themselves (salary vs dividends), minimum salary, employing family, no employees needed, PAYE, expenses and benefits.

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Taxes & VAT

Corporation Tax, dividend tax & allowance, tax-efficient pay, VAT registration, allowable expenses, company cars, property in a company and more.

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Software & Tools

Best accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, free options), Making Tax Digital compliance, payroll add-ons and what accountants prefer.

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Legal & Contracts

Articles of association, shareholder agreements, director contracts, employment agreements, terms & conditions and common legal pitfalls.

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Dissolution & Exit

Voluntary strike-off, MVL, CVL, tax-efficient closure, costs, timelines, insolvency, resignation, selling shares and final filings.

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Coming Soon

More guides on funding, growth, IR35, compliance updates, international considerations and advanced structuring topics are in preparation.

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