Starting a business doesn’t begin the day you make your first sale — it starts long before, with research, setup, and preparation. Many of those early costs are unavoidable, but here’s the good news: you might be able to claim them back.

From training courses to market research, the UK tax system allows certain pre-trade expenses to be deducted — if you know how to claim them.

In this module, we’ll break down what qualifies, the legal requirements, and how to stay compliant while maximising your claim.