Vivid Editorial Team

The Vivid editorial team writes about company formation, finance and self-employment, with practical guides on business accounts, taxes and funding for founders and the self-employed.

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Company formation

Starting a micro-enterprise in France: the steps in 2026

Prepare the project, choose a name and an address, register online, then get organised: starting a micro-enterprise takes little time, as long as you follow the steps in the right order.

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Micro-entrepreneur in France: business account or dedicated account, what the law requires
Business accounts

Do micro-entrepreneurs in France need a business account?

Not always: it depends on turnover and on the type of activity. The rules on the dedicated account, how it differs from a business account and how to open one.

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The best business account
Business accounts

Best business account 2026: traditional vs. online banks compared

Compare the best business accounts for 2026: traditional vs. online banks. Fees, services, legal obligations: everything you need to choose the right account for your business.

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The best business bank 2026
Business accounts

Top business banks 2026: comparing traditional and online options

Discover our 2026 comparison of the best business banks: traditional or online offers, services, fees and features. Find the ideal business bank for your activity.

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Business cash management
Treasury & cash management

Business cash management: a strategic lever still too often overlooked

Discover how to optimise your business cash placement in 2026. Simple, flexible and accessible solutions for freelancers, sole traders and SMEs.

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Paid business account
Business accounts

Paid business account: the new way to grow your cash flow

Discover how a paid business account can help you make the most of your company’s cash. Vivid offers a simple, flexible and accessible solution: no fees, no commitment.

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Business livret A
Treasury & cash management

The business Livret A: how can entrepreneurs make the most of their money?

The business Livret A doesn’t exist. Discover a simple, rewarding alternative to help grow your business cash today.

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Business term deposit
Treasury & cash management

Term deposit for businesses: the best alternative in 2026

Is the business term account still the best option in 2026? Discover a more flexible, transparent alternative designed for today’s professionals.

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Freelance contract
Freelancing & self-employment

Freelance contract: everything to know before starting your missions

How to draft a clear and complete freelance contract: obligations, essential clauses, payment, termination. Protect yourself and your clients.

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