What happens if your income falls below the MTD threshold?
Has your dropped below the Making Tax Digital threshold? Find out if you can leave MTD for Income Tax, how the three-year rule works, and what to do next.
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Joint business bank accounts – are they right for your partnership?
Considering a joint business bank account for your partnership? We look at the benefits, risks and which providers currently accept ordinary partnerships.
Getting a mortgage as a sole trader vs. limited company director
If you’re self-employed, you’ll need to prove your income to get a mortgage. Here’s how the process works for sole traders and limited company owners.
The best accounting software for sole traders (2026)
Sole traders can choose from a host of online accounting software packages. These tools help manage your finances and come packed with time-saving features.
Self-Employed Tax Calculator 2026/27
Calculate how much tax you’ll pay as a sole trader in 2026/27, including income tax and National Insurance, based on your business profits after expenses.
How to become self-employed: what you need to do
Thinking of going self-employed? Here are some practical steps to help you register, set up, and start trading – even if you are working for someone else.
Sole trader tax: a guide for the self-employed
In this guide, we look at the taxes the self-employed pay. We also look at some common mistakes to avoid when it comes to dealing with HMRC.
10 advantages of setting up a limited company in 2026
Thinking of starting a business? Discover the 10 key benefits of forming a UK limited company in 2026, from tax savings to liability protection.
Self-employed can now get Enhanced DBS checks without an employer
Guide to Enhanced DBS checks for self-employed people (since the 2026 legislation change), including eligibility, the application process, and costs.
How much should you pay for an accountant if you’re self-employed?
Guide to typical sole trader accountant fees, what’s included, and how to choose the right accountancy service for your business and within budget