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Getting started on small business idea?

TBone asked:


I’ve owned a software company in the past that didn’t require any startup capital, just time and hard work.
Now however I want to start a business that will require leasing space and retro-fitting that space to accomodate the business activities (like a restaurant would do, except it’s not a restaurant).
My problem is I have no idea how to get started with a business plan given so many variables:
1. Type of commercial real-estate to lease? I think I have a good idea on this, I won’t need typical retail space but it needs to be several 1000 sq ft so I am thinking something ‘wherehouse-like’.
2. Do landlords let you alter the interior i.e. build out interior?
3. What are pitfalls for commercial leases and finding agents?
4. Are there special people that scout locations?
5. What is the best way to go about finding contractors to build out interior?
6. Once I determine costs for 1-5, what is the least risky way of raising capital for such a venture?
Thanks all!

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July 24, 2009 at 5:27 AM Comment (1)

Van Leasing at Affordable Prices

Vikram Kumar asked:


A specialist in highly discounter commercial vehicles for the self employed and small business owners, UK Vehicle Contracts has been sourcing, supplying, and financing vans for over 12 years.  Its years of experience have given the company the confidence that gives the customers peace of mind in their professional dedication and integrity.  The company’s service for van leasing with either new vans or used vans has been hailed as comprehensive. 

 

What UK Vehicle Contracts provides is easy to understand and simple.  Its van finance and commercial leasing can be adjusted to fit your budget.  Van finance means buying vans and commercial vehicles through fixed monthly payments and generous repayment periods makes financial planning and cashflow easy on the budget.    

 

Van leasing on the other hand gives you better options.  It gives you the benefit of lower rates and ideal for non-VAT registered business.  By being in close contact with leading manufacturers all over the country, it is possible for the company to source most makes and model of vehicles at well below manufacturer’s prices.

 

At UK Vehicle Contracts, your van can be customized for your kind of business.  If you want your leased van tailored to your trade or business, you’ve come to the right company.  UK Vehicle Contracts has a wide range of outstanding value customizing packs to add the extra features that make a world of difference. 

 

The company’s high level of service understands what is crucial for the customers.  UK Vehicle Contracts knows what a vehicle tax and its implications toward a car lease against vehicle finance.  Working with the business owners as a partner allows for good advice on specific situation regarding either out-and-out finance purchase or van leasing.  Whatever your requirements, UK Vehicle Contracts will flex its muscles to give you the make and model you always wanted. 

 

Its finance packages can give you options to suit your needs.  Depending on your budget, UK Vehicle Contracts has the package. The package provides the business user the opportunity to budget effectively in knowing fully well the full potential of tax and VAT allowances. If the business users want new vans, 4×4’s or pick ups at UK Vehicle Contracts, you name it UK Vehicle Contracts got it. 

 

Apart from good prices, the high level of service includes speed and efficiency in handling the transaction.  It does away with too much trouble of haggling and fine print reading.  The business users always put in a better position to make the deals less complex.  It is a rarity these days to find a company you can rely on.  

 

It is vital that business users or individuals who need lease or purchase to replace vehicles find the company that can be relied upon to answer their needs.  Customers who have known about UK Vehicle Contracts and have actually used their services are happy they did. 

 

UK Vehicle Contracts helps you out with your van leasing and commercial vehicle finance with assurance. Because of its comprehensive service, it eradicates the risks involved in buying used vans.  With its extended warranties, business users are guaranteed a proactive and personal service that goes with the superior standards of quality and efficiency.  With the buying power of UK Vehicle Contracts and low finance rates, you can get a brand new commercial vehicle.  You can choose from new models and pick ups which are locally supplied and deliver to you for free. 



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July 24, 2009 at 4:40 AM Comments (0)

Van Leasing for Used Vans: is it a Better Choice?

Vikram Kumar asked:


When you think of van leasing there is a company name that by and large stands above all others–UK Vehicle Contracts.  This company has been the United Kingdom’s leading business commercial vehicle specialist for more than 12 years.  Businesses all over the country have always looked up to the company for their leasing needs when it comes to new vans or used vans. The comprehensive service that UK Vehicle Contracts sets into every transaction puts the customer on the driver’s seats.

 

With the many years of experience in van leasing and commercial vehicle finance, the company has developed strong ties with Europe’s leading financial institutions.  This resulted in the company’s best deals ever offered.  Whether sourcing, financing, or supplying commercial vehicles for your business requirements, no other company can beat UK Vehicle Contracts.

 

The services are available throughout the country.  The delivery is for free anywhere in the country or collection from a local dealer. You can have any make or model of van or pick up, used vans or new ones.  Your choice is the company’s command in finance packages that suit your business needs.  Packages consist of finance lease, contract hire, lease purchase and contract purchase.  Out-and-out purchase can be arranged if there is immediate need.

 

When talking about best finance deals ever, UK Vehicle Contracts is matching your financial plans of realizing the full potential of Vat and tax allowances.  The company offers the most competitive rates of finance currently available and can in most cases; offer 3 years low finance, with your choice of deposit with 3 years tax deductible.  It also offers 3 years no penalties and the customer retains the equity.  In all its models and makes, it guarantees 3 years warranty and 3 years no MOT. 

 

The finance packages including the tax allowance will be explained to the business users.  Van leasing has been made simple and affordable at UK Vehicle Contracts.  But the company always advises on new vans preference rather than used vans confident of its buying power and low finance rates.  

 

The range of leasing options which include contract hire, contract purchase and finance lease which is available on any make or model of van or commercial vehicle.

 

Van leasing at UK Vehicle Contracts uses no smoke and mirrors.  All vans are quoted of standard specification.  The choices are many.  This is due to the fact the numerous manufacturers are giving the company considerable buying power.  This leads UK Vehicle Contracts to supply vans at significantly lower rates than the competitors.

 

Many vans offered are at available from the company’s own immediate supply or at any local dealers.  If there is an immediate need UK Vehicle Contracts can supply the make or model of your choice right away. 

 

From there UK Vehicle Contracts have taken on innovative ways of supplying and funding vehicles.  Its more popular funding method is contract hire and lease purchase.  This is over and above the finance lease.

 



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July 13, 2009 at 2:07 PM Comments (0)

Basics of Van Leasing and Used Vans

Vikram Kumar asked:


 

If you need a vehicle for your business but have no sufficient funds to purchase outright a new van or pickup, your best option is to lease a van from companies in UK that offer van leasing services. Van leasing is backed up by financial institutions that initially allow you more flexibility in paying for the vehicle that you need. Here you can have an initial deposit based on your paying capacity and then you’ll be able to pay regularly for the duration of your use until it reached maturity, in which case you have a choice to buy it outright or return it to the company. Although there are policies and rules of companies in van leasing that is suitable both for the customers and the profitability of the company, there are just many arrangements in van leasing that suits your current financial capacity. With van leasing, it would not be hard for you to use a van or pick up for your business since it is usually flexible to your needs.

 

Van leasing companies had wide array of vans and pickup of different models and brands. They are usually intended for commercial use although there are arrangements for personal use. The commercial usage of van leasing requires financial potential of the business and the time of maturity. Usually the person who wants to lease van is not only concern with the fact that they have no sufficient fund for outright purchase. They are mostly concern on the depreciation of the vehicle and its possibility that it can be returned anytime they want to. Nevertheless, van leasing is more appropriate for businesses whose nature requires frequent turnover of vehicles.

 

You have to take note that in van leasing the vehicles are used vans. However, the company that offers such services ensures that the vehicles are useable. They are usually refurbished and are remodeled by highly trained automotive engineers.

To ensure that you get satisfying services from van leasing with used vans, make sure that you know the background of the vehicle that you are going to lease. This way, you would know how used up the vehicle was and evaluate if it still has driving potential that suits your plan in using it. With van leasing companies you have choices of vehicles to lease so you can always choose one over the other until you find one that suits your need. To ensure maximum usage of used vans, test drive the vehicle before finally accepting the chosen van. This way, you will be able to know the condition of the van. After determining the condition of the car and matching it with your commercial use, make arrangement with the leasing company that best suits your need as well. Be sure that these agreements are carefully written in the contract.

 

One of the companies that offer van leasing services is UK Vehicle Contracts. They offer wide array of used vans from well known brands like Mitsubishi, Ford, Toyota, Mercedes, and many other brands. One good thing about UK Vehicle Contracts is that they cater to all areas in the UK. Their 12 years of experience in van leasing makes them an expert in dealing with clients that need vehicles for commercial use. You can count on their expertise in dealing with your current need for commercial vehicle. You can readily reach UK Vehicle Contracts through their online site and view the available used vans for lease.

 



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July 6, 2009 at 5:48 AM Comments (0)