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Signing and completing the sale of a business
Details of the sale purchase contract and documentation, and the main tasks you must do to complete the sale.
Develop your franchise format
The franchise operations manual, and protecting your brand.
Is franchising right for your business?
Offering franchisees a successful business model, and having the right resources and skills.
Paying business rates
Payment options available for you to pay your business rates bill, what you should do if you can't pay your bill, and what will happen if you don't.
Help available for business rates
Information on various rate relief and support schemes for businesses.
Seeking professional advice when buying a business
Information on potential sources that help when buying a business.
Benefits of improving heating system efficiency
Efficient heating systems can save you money, improve your business' image and prepare you for future regulation.
How to cut carbon emissions from business buildings
Some of the measures you can take to cut the greenhouse gas emissions from your business premises and buildings.
Checklist before you sign a sales contract
The details you need to check before and after you sign the final contract in order to complete the sale of a business.
Negotiating the sales deal - buyer's perspective
The main points you need to consider when you are negotiating to buy a business.
Spring Budget 2024
A summary of how the Spring Budget affects Northern Ireland businesses.
Installing efficient heating and hot water equipment
Types of energy-efficient heating and hot water equipment and how to choose the best system for your building.
Fire safety and building work
Taking into account building regulations requirements for fire safety when building, extending or materially altering your business premises.
Advisory support for creative businesses
Sources of information and advice for businesses in the Northern Ireland creative industries.
Meetings with potential buyers for your business
How to prepare for and conduct negotiations with prospective purchasers of your business.
Your responsibilities and liabilities when selling your business
The warranties and indemnities you may have to provide to buyers; protecting your employees.
Undergoing due diligence
Allowing your buyer to check the claims you have made, and completing the sale agreement.
Choosing and negotiating with a buyer for your business
Selecting the right buyer for your business, conducting negotiations and drawing up Heads of Terms.
Challenges and opportunities in Northern Ireland creative sector
Learn about the opportunities for creative businesses in Northern Ireland, and the challenges they may encounter.
Employees, IT and environmental checks when buying a business
What you need to know about a business' employees, IT systems and environmental responsibilities before buying it.