If you’re a self-employed freelancer or contractor, or if you’re running a small business, then establishing good relationships with your clients is key to your long-term success. And few things are more effective at kindling good relationships than a sincere…
Life as a freelancer can be immensely rewarding and very well-paid. But it can also be challenging, particularly if you’re just starting up. We have many guides that’ll help you make those important first steps as a freelancer: One area…
It’s common for people to work multiple jobs. You could have a full-time job and a second job, perhaps working evenings or weekends. Or you could work multiple part-time jobs. Many also do some self-employed work alongside a second job….
If you’re self-employed, you work for yourself. If you’re an employee, you work for someone else. Simple? – well not that simple! HMRC has different tax rules for self-employed people and for employees. But the line between a self-employed person…
It’s every freelancer’s and contractor’s worst nightmare: You do the work, but the customer refuses to pay. It’s frustrating, but the good news is that the law is on your side. So let’s take a look at the steps you…
If you’re just starting out as a freelancer, then you may be thinking about managing your own taxes for the first time. In this post we’ll explain certain tax thresholds for freelancers, including the amount you can earn before paying…
If you’ve never had to send an invoice before, you might be wondering what to include, and what to expect. So we put together this essential guide to invoices for UK businesses, to help you get your invoice right first…
It’s common for people to confuse psychologists with psychiatrists, and vice versa. Both roles involve studying how certain factors can influence or affect an individual’s mental functioning. But there are key differences between the roles, which means that each role…
If you’re a self-employed freelancer or contractor, you have a legal obligation to keep certain records. These laws apply whether you’re a sole trader, or you’re in a partnership. These records are mainly for your own use, so you can…
You can claim certain business expenses as part of your tax return. Only some expenses are allowable. You can read our complete guide to allowable expenses for self-employed workers. This is why it’s a good idea to keep the receipts…