About Ben Locker
Ben Locker is a copywriter who specialises in business-to-business marketing, writing about everything from software and accountancy to construction and power tools. He co-founded the Professional Copywriters’ Network, the UK’s association for commercial writers, and is named in Direct Marketing Association research as ‘one of the copywriters who copywriters rate’.
Posts by Ben Locker
Why are landlords selling up – and is buy-to-let still worth it?
Posted by Ben Locker on October 8, 2024Currently, many landlords are selling up and leaving the buy-to-let market. But is it still worth holding a portfolio of rental properties?
Marshmallows and VAT: when size matters
Posted by Ben Locker on September 16, 2024Marshmallows and VAT have recently come under the spotlight. But did a tribunal rule that giant marshmallows were confectionery or not?
Are glasses tax deductible?
Posted by Ben Locker on August 29, 2024If you wear glasses, you may have asked yourself: “Are glasses tax deductible?” We take a look at the rules for claiming for your eyecare.
Running a business alone – how to overcome the challenges
Posted by Ben Locker on August 14, 2024Running a business alone can be lonely and stressful for some of us, so here are some ideas to help make it easier for you.
Check your payslips often
Posted by Ben Locker on June 7, 2024Check your payslips often to ensure that you are getting all you are entitled to is our advice. We take a look at things that could be wrong.
How to contact HMRC – and avoid the phone queues
Posted by Ben Locker on February 2, 2023Need to know how to contact HMRC while avoiding long phone queues? Then try this way of getting to speak to an HMRC adviser.
Small business cyber security – how to protect your data & reputation
Posted by Ben Locker on November 4, 2022The average data breach costs an SME £11,000. With cyber attacks on the rise, is it time to review your small business cyber security?
Recovery Loan Scheme extension for two years
Posted by Ben Locker on August 15, 2022The government recently announced a Recovery Loan Scheme extension until 2024. We explain how the scheme works and how you can apply.
Brexit – a summary for businesses
Posted by Ben Locker on July 1, 2021The ink on the 1,246-page EU-UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement is barely dry. But how will Brexit affect business? We help you find out.
4th SEISS grant – amount and eligibility to be announced in March?
Posted by Ben Locker on January 25, 2021According to Moneysavingexpert.com’s Martin Lewis, the 4th SEISS grant will be announced in March. Will more of the self-employed benefit?
