What is the £120,000 FSCS and does it apply to business bank accounts?
We look at what the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is and how it protects sole trader and limited company bank deposits.
Small company owners hit hard by April 2026 dividend tax increase
In today's Autumn Budget, the Chancellor confirmed that the basic and higher rates of dividend tax will rise by two percentage points from April 2026.
Autumn Budget ’25 – Chancellor hammers small business owners again
The Chancellor has delivered her Autumn Budget and confirmed a long list of tax and spending changes that will affect millions of small business owners.
Willow Ethos – unlocking staff potential in small businesses
Bytestart spoke to Willow Ethos founders Paul and Matthew Bennett to talk how behavioural analysis and culture alignment can boost small business performance.
Increase in home-based side hustles raises questions for insurers
New data suggests parents may need to check their home insurance policy terms if an adult child returns home and starts running a side business.
HMRC reminds Christmas side hustlers to check if they need to pay tax
HMRC has issued a festive reminder to anyone making extra money from market stalls and other seasonal side hustles, to check if their earnings are taxable.
Autumn Budget 2025: Small businesses braced for major tax hikes
Tax rises on income, dividends and VAT could feature in the November Budget. Here’s what small business owners should expect.
Can you have multiple business bank accounts as a sole trader?
Can you use more than one business account as a sole trader? Learn when it makes sense, how to stay organised, and tips for managing multiple accounts.
How do student loan repayments work if you’re a sole trader?
How do student loan repayments work when you’re self-employed?. Find out how HMRC calculates what you owe, and how much you’ll repay via Self Assessment.
What happens if I register as self-employed late?
In this guide, we explain the official rules, how HMRC treats late registration, the potential penalties, and what to do if you’ve missed the deadline.