What can Bira do for your hardware business?

Through the collective strength of thousands of retail businesses, our members save hundreds of pounds every year with preferential card processing rates, free legal advice and preferential business banking rates.

Since 1899 we've supported over three thousand independent hardware and DIY retail businesses. As a specialist division of Bira, specifically representing hardware and DIY retail businesses, we're here to help simplify your life, save you money and protect your interests.

Mica

Mica is a cooperative group of independent hardware, DIY & garden retailers who work together for mutual benefit.

 

Find out more about Mica here.
 

Through Bira you’ll have access to a range of services that come with preferential rates which will reduce your business overheads. Some of these include:

Access product offers, lower minimum order quantities and improved buying terms with over 200 suppliers including Stax, Draper Tools, LG Harris and Everbuild. With a one-off account opening through Bira Direct, you'll be able to order from different suppliers without lengthy applications. And when it comes to invoicing, we'll summarise all your orders in one simple invoice. All you need is a Bira membership number. On average our members can save over £1,500 per year when buying stock through Bira Direct!
Unlimited legal advice is available for Bira members - call or email as many times as you need. By following their advice you'll also be covered by £50,000 indemnity cover should you need it. There's no set up involved, as soon as you've signed up to Bira you can start using the phone and email line to give you extra confidence that you're dealing with legal matters like disciplinaries, grievances and flexible working requests to name a few. You'll also have access to templates including a Contract of Employment and an Employee Handbook via the online portal.
With rates as low as 0.890% and no authorisation, joining or setup fees, independent businesses will find it hard to beat the preferential Bira rates. While other providers could have lower rates, monthly fees can easily add up to much more over the year so it's important to check all charges including terminal rental fees - with membership you'll have three months free rental if you're new to Global Payments and pay £12.95 +vat per month.
Starling is an award-winning, fully-licensed digital bank offering speedy set-up, beautifully simple money management and 24/7 support, all with no monthly fees. It was founded in 2014 by Anne Boden. With small businesses with big ambitions in mind, Starling’s award-winning business bank account is designed to make entrepreneurial life a little easier.
Expression provides specialist cover for independent businesses throughout the UK. With built-in discounts for positive online customer reviews, Expression rewards well-run businesses and can adjust cover levels to suit your needs. Obtaining a quote is easy and there’s no paperwork to fill out; simply enter your business name and postcode to see your quote in less than 30 seconds.
 

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