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When you start your business it may seem unnecessary to you to worry about managing your business transactions, especially if you start off small, but believe me, in the long run a well organised system of accounts will make life simpler in the long run. You may find it simpler by writing down what you need from your account and doing some research into specific bank accounts. Many have attractive features and offer free services within an account to entice you.

Businesses have different needs and it can depend on the size of the company and how much cash goes in and out so it is imperative you choose the right bank accounts to suit your needs and that benefit your business. Start at the beginning by separating your business and personal accounts. If you don't you will then have an extra job later on to try to identify and analyse each item into separate accounts - and this is time consuming. You may in the future employ a bookkeeper and this person will find it much harder to decipher transactions into relevant accounts. This will mean time and time money! You may find also the tax man doesn't take too kindly to businesses that mix business with personal items. You may risk unwanted higher tax assessments if it can not be assessed what is legitimate business expenses and what is personal. Separate bank accounts and records will make it easier in the end.

If you do decide to open separate bank accounts for personal and business always make sure you use the business account for all business items as it is a business expenditure and will likely become tax deductible.

Some banks will issue business bank account charges. Look around as some banks will let their customers' bank for free, especially if you operate online accounts. As usual there are normally conditions that apply so one has to shop around for the best deal. Don't feel that you have to use one bank it is worth investigating other banks. Competition within banks is rife so be persistent and you will get a favourable deal. You will receive different benefits from different banks and if you are confident with online banking this may be the way to go as some banks offer better interest rates and the transaction fees can be less expensive.

Maybe choose a bank that has a specialised small business unit. Establishing a good working relationship with your bank is beneficial.

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