Can your business claim the £10,500 Employment Allowance?
If you have employees, your business may be eligible to offset up to £10,500 of employers' NICs each year, thanks to the Employment Allowance.
The best salary and dividend split for directors in 2025/26
Most company directors are paid an annual salary, and draw down profits as dividends. What is the optimal salary/dividend split in 2025/26?
Limited Company Tax Calculator – 2025/26
If you're a company owner, this useful calculator will work out your net profits, after allowing for expenses and tax.
Sole trader insurance – what’s required, recommended & worth having?
A clear guide to sole trader insurance – what’s legally required, commonly needed by clients and customers, and worth having for peace of mind.
Sole trader bank accounts: what to look for when comparing providers
There are several reasons why opening a business bank account and keeping your business and personal finances separate is a good idea for a sole trader.
How do pensions work if you’re a sole trader?
Starting a pension to save for your retirement is fairly straightforward. Here’s what you need to know about setting up a pension if you’re a sole trader.
Do you have to register with Companies House if you’re a sole trader?
Companies House is the UK's registrar of companies and the government agency responsible for incorporating and dissolving limited companies. If you're setting up as a sole trader (i.e. self employed), do you have to register your business too?
Do limited company directors need income protection insurance?
An executive income protection policy can provide peace of mind, as well as tax efficiency, as the premiums can typically be funded by your limited company.
What business expenses can your limited company claim for?
Which expenses you can claim via your limited company, and what to consider when deciding whether it's you or your business that should pay for something.
Tax-efficient ways to pay yourself through a limited company
We asked a leading accountant to outline the tax-effective ways you can pay yourself via your own limited company. Updated for the 2025/26 tax year.