If you’re new to the world of self-employed work, then you’re probably also new to the world of UK tax law. So you’ve probably come across a lot of terms and concepts for the very first time – turnover, expenses,…
Once you start working on a self-employed basis, you’ll soon realise just how pricey it can be to run any sort of business. No matter what type of goods or services you offer, you’re going to incur lots of expenses….
Being your own boss today is easier that it’s ever been before. More of us are becoming immersed in the world of freelancing, whether that’s in search of freedom, flexibility, work-life balance or simply to tap into additional income. Side…
If you’re new to the self-employed world, you might have some questions about the sort of National Insurance you need to pay. This is your essential guide to your National Insurance obligations as a self-employed freelancer or contractor. We’ll take…
Whether you’re running an independent craft business from your spare room, or you’re managing a small business and looking to grow, sooner or later you’ll probably have to register your business. The question is, when? It all depends on what…
Have you ever thought about setting up your own business? For some of these home business ideas, you’ll need specialist equipment, and possibly additional training and qualifications. But for many of these businesses, all you’ll need is a laptop, a…
Invoice fraud or scams are when someone poses as your supplier or customer and sends you an invoice or bill requesting a payment. This type of cyber crime is also known as mandate fraud. A Common Scenario You get an…
As a business owner, you’ve undoubtedly heard the term “company assets” thrown around in discussions about your business operations, responsibilities, and financial health. But what exactly does it mean? In this post, we’ll delve into the concept of company assets,…
One of the major benefits of being self-employed is the independence it brings. You are your own boss, and you have total freedom over how, when, and where you work. But with all this freedom comes a lot of responsibility….
You have until midnight on 31 January 2024 to submit your self-assessment tax return online. This would be your return for the tax year starting on 6 April 2022 and ending on 5 April 2023. In this post we’ll discuss…