When is it worth outsourcing your accounting?
New Entrepreneur's Guide series Juha Saari 16 December, 2025 When is it worth outsourcing your accounting? Accounting is a legal obligation for every company and association, and there is no way to avoid it. Many new entrepreneurs wonder in the early stages of their business whether it is worth doing the bookkeeping themselves or outsourcing it to a professional. Outsourcing accounting is not just a solution for large companies - on the contrary, it is often particularly useful for [...]
Where should a start-up entrepreneur look for funding? - Tips and options
New entrepreneur's guide series Juha Saari 25 November, 2025 Where should a new entrepreneur look for funding? - Tips and options Starting a business often requires more capital than many people initially think. Even if the business idea is strong and the plan is clear, you still need money for things like equipment, marketing, working capital and possible initial purchases. Fortunately, there are many financing options available for a start-up entrepreneur - as long as [...]
First annual accounts for a business - what's in them and how to prepare?
The New Entrepreneur's Guide series Juha Saari 26 September, 2025 A company's first financial statement - what does it contain and how should you prepare for it? The first accounts are an important step for every entrepreneur. It summarises the financial situation of the company at the end of the financial year and serves both as a formal report and as a tool for planning for the future. However, for a new entrepreneur, preparing accounts can seem like a complicated process. In this article [...]
Business insurance - what do you need and what can you possibly leave out?
New Entrepreneur Guide Series Juha Saari 9 September, 2025 Entrepreneurial insurance - what do you need and what can you possibly leave out? Introduction Insurance is an important safety net for entrepreneurs, but you may not need everything right from the start. Many people wonder which insurances are mandatory and which are only recommended. Compulsory insurance 1. YEL insurance (Entrepreneur's pension insurance)- Statutory if your income exceeds the limit. [...]
Business name or limited company? - A comparison for the start-up entrepreneur
The New Entrepreneur's Guide Series Juha Saari 9 September, 2025 Business name or limited company? - A comparison for the start-up entrepreneur Introduction When starting a new business, one of the most important decisions is the choice of business form. The most common choice is between a business name or a limited liability company. Both have their advantages and challenges, and the right choice depends, among other things, on the scale of the activity, the risks involved and the taxation. In this comparison, we look at what [...]
Becoming an entrepreneur - what to consider before starting a business?
New Entrepreneur's Guide series Juha Saari 9 September, 2025 Becoming an entrepreneur - what to consider before starting a business? Entrepreneurship is a dream for many people. The freedom to make your own decisions, build something of your own and manage your own time is attracting more and more people. But before starting a business, it's worth stopping for a moment to make sure you have the essentials in place. In this guide, we go through what [...]