Business Finance

Financial planning articles covering budgeting, cash flow forecasting and profit projections for your business plan. Topics include bookkeeping basics, cost analysis, sales predictions and raising finance.

Basic Costs to Run a Business

Most new business owners underestimate their startup costs because they overlook hidden expenses that only appear once you actually start trading.

Bookkeeping and Accounts

Most business owners hate bookkeeping, but keeping accurate records from day one protects your finances and keeps the tax man happy.

Business Plan: Cash Flow Analysis

See how to project your cash flow for the first few years and keep your business financially stable from day one.

Estimated Profit and Loss for the Next 3-5 Years

How to forecast your profit and loss over the next three to five years when starting a business.

Predicted Sales for the Next 3-5 Years

How businesses forecast sales over the next few years and what factors affect the accuracy of those predictions.

The Importance of Budgeting in Your Business Plan

Budgeting helps you set realistic financial targets and track where your money goes, which matters from startup through the life of your business.

Writing a Business Plan to Raise Finance

Show investors exactly when they'll make money back by including detailed financial forecasts in your business plan.