How to Become a Dog Walker & Start a Business
Dogs need lots of fresh air and exercise every day. But not all dog owners have the time or the energy to take their dogs for daily walks. That’s why there’ll always be a demand for dog walkers! So if…
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What Are Trivial Benefits for Limited Companies?
All businesses, big and small, should offer employee benefits beyond the salary. Good employee benefits are crucial if you want to attract and retain talented and passionate staff. They’ll also help increase morale and productivity, while improving relationships between staff…
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How to Become a Psychiatrist – With and Without a Medical Degree
This is an essential guide to starting a career in psychiatry. There are multiple paths into this profession, and this blog will cover possible routes for: For a more information about what a psychiatrist does, read our guide to the…
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How Much Can You Earn Freelance Before Paying Tax?
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…
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Self Employed Invoice Template for UK Businesses
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…
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Tax Return: Can I Use Bank Statements Instead of Receipts?
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…
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How to Work Out Your Hourly Rate for Contracting and More
When working out your hourly rate for contracting, what you’re really trying to work out is this: How much is your time, your energy, and your talent worth? These are difficult questions for anyone to answer. So instead, when working…
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Going Self-Employed for the First Time: Step-by-Step
Going self-employed for the first time can be nerve-wracking. There are many benefits to being your own boss. But when you’re your own boss, you have to take care of everything. So if you’re new to the world of self-employed…
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Do I Need a Business Bank Account?
If you’re thinking about setting up your own business, you’re no doubt aware of the many administrative responsibilities you’ll have to take on. One thing many wonder about is: Do I need a business bank account? Or am I OK…
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How Long Should You Keep Tax Records?
If you run a business, whether you’re a freelancer, a self-employed contractor, or the managing director of a limited company or partnership, you need to keep detailed records for tax purposes. These records might include all sales and incomes, all…
