Home-based business

If you're running a home-based business there are a wide range of government requirements that may apply to you. Things to consider when running a small business from home include taxation, employment, council approval and licensing.
  • Advice & support
    When you're starting up a home-based business there's a wide range of government advice and support available.
  • Planning
    To run a successful home business you need to be able to handle a wide variety of issues.
  • Getting started
    When you set up your office, you may need new furniture, office equipment and information and communications systems.
  • Registration & licences for home-based businesses
    Our registration and licences topic has information about registration for all new businesses, whether it's in your home or in an office.
  • Taxation for home-based business
    As with any new business, you'll have a number of tax obligations to comply with when starting up.
  • Insurance for home-based businesses
    As a home-based business you need to make sure you have the correct level of insurance to protect yourself.

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