Start-ups

Insights that help your business improve, enhance and grow

How does maternity pay work? Part 2: Maternity Allowance

The lowdown on Maternity Allowance, the state benefit for employees who don't qualify for Statutory Maternity Pay.

Setting up as a sole trader: Part 1 – Three key tips for turning a profit

Advice on setting up as a sole trader – and the three key steps needed to make your self-employed business profitable.

How to set up a new employee in Xero Payroll

A step-by-step guide to setting up your start-up's first employee in Xero Payroll.

How does maternity pay work? Part 1: Statutory Maternity Pay

Everything you need to know about paying Statutory Maternity Pay to your employees.

The end of the line: how to close a limited company

If you're looking to close down your limited company, we've highlighted all the key steps you need to take.

Getting real time: using Xero to understand your business performance

Find out how Xero online accounting brings you a real-time overview of your key numbers, a better handle on performance and an improved view of what the future holds in store.