Whether you’re a small, medium, or large business looking for a new address we’ve got you covered. We’ve done the research for PO Boxes and virtual business addresses and while PO Boxes can be a solid choice for some, there are legitimate downsides to choosing this service over a virtual business address. Let’s take a closer look and see what these are, but first, what’s the difference between the two?
What is the Difference Between a Virtual Business Address and a PO Box?
A virtual business address is a physical street address at an office building. It is a secure way to receive mail and packages and keep your home address private.
A PO Box is a locked mailbox located at a postal office that you can rent. Like a virtual business address, it is also a place where you receive business mail and packages and an option to keep your home address private. However, as the name suggests, this is a PO Box and not an actual street address and, in many instances, PO Boxes cannot be listed or registered as your main business address, and a virtual business address may be best.
Benefits of a Virtual Office Address Over a PO Box Address in the UK
Let’s take a closer look, how a virtual office can benefit your business:
- First Impressions Count - A virtual business address is attached to a well-known commercial office building without the extra cost of the office, making it possible for even a small business to afford that shiny and impressive location to advertise on business cards or websites. With a virtual business address, you can choose the most prestigious address and not just what’s available.
- Keep Your Home Address Private - A virtual business address can assure you that your home address is kept private. Additionally, you won’t need to list your home address on your website, mail, or packages even if you are still running your business from the comfort of your home.
- Meeting with Clients - If you need to meet with a new or existing client, you’re unlikely to want them to come to your home. Rather, a virtual office address can provide you and your client with a formal and professional meeting space, as well as access to a range of office equipment if need be.
- You Don’t have to Leave the House to Get your Mail - With an unprecedented year behind us and more uncertainty ahead, many people, including businesses were forced into lockdown and were required to adapt quickly. With a virtual business address, you can easily and on demand access your mail without leaving your home. In today’s world you could easily consider this a vital business service as you may be expecting important documents and your mail can still be delivered no matter where you are.
Unfortunately, with a PO Box address, you still need to visit your local post office to pick up packages and other mail.
At Servcorp, we offer plenty of choice in prestigious virtual office addresses including mail and courier management services and so much more. To find out how you can get a virtual business address, click here.
