Important Security Update : SFS Unaffected by Heartbleed
IMPORTANT SECURITY UPDATE: You may be aware the press has warned of a cyber-bug called Heartbleed. This cyber-bug compromises the security of online passwords. We would like to reassure you that none of Small Firms Services websites have been affected by this issue. This week a security issue has emerged on the internet which could expose vulnerable websites to attack. The issue [...]
Why Use SFS to Start Your Company and not Companies House?
If you can form your company online with Companies House why do so many people choose to use an agent like SFS and why should you use SFS to register your company? What makes our service so useful to customers? The first point to recognise is that Companies House and Business Link are government agencies. They are not responsible [...]
Legalising Company Documents for Overseas Formations
If your UK based business is thriving, and you plan on expanding overseas, it is important to recognise that you may need to get your company documents legalised for international use. These documents have to be correctly prepared, checked and signed by a solicitor. Once this has been completed you can then obtain the apostille or apply for embassy [...]
Small Firms Services in the News!
Following the successful move to our new office, Small Firms Services Ltd were pleased to be featured in the local newspaper and several other news outlets. The Coventry Telegraph printed a large and informative article highlighting our growth and relocation. Following a busy transition period, SFS have settled in our new home. Moving office is never straightforward, especially when managing [...]
Company Seals – Great Value
Company seals are a popular product for customers that need to emboss their company name and number on documents. This is common when entering into contracts or agreements, especially with international customers. In simple terms, a company seal is a mechanism that pushes two plates together either side of a piece of paper. The two plates squeeze the paper [...]
What is a Certificate of Incumbency?
International clients often make enquiries regarding certificates of incumbency for UK companies. We also hear from UK clients opening bank accounts abroad that have been requested to provide a certificate of incumbency. So what is this document and how do you get one? A certificate of incumbency is a document that is common in many countries. There is no [...]