Self-employed? 31st July Payment on Account tax deadline looms
Payment on Account tax is due by 31 July. Learn who it applies to, how to pay, and what happens if you miss the deadline. Includes guides and links.
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Checklist for hiring your first employee (for UK sole traders)
Hiring your first employee in the UK? A step-by-step guide for sole traders and small companies covering legal checks, PAYE, NI, pensions and contracts.
What happens if your accountant makes a mistake on your tax return?
If your accountant makes a mistake on your tax return, HMRC will hold you responsible. Here’s what to do, how to challenge penalties, and protect yourself.
What happens to your business if you die – planning ahead as a sole trader
If you’re a sole trader, your business doesn’t automatically continue when you die. This guide explains what happens next – and how to prepare.
How to write a quote email – template for sole traders and freelancers
How to respond to client enquiries with a clear quote. Includes a free email template for sole traders, freelancers and small business owners.
Micro-entity annual accounts – what small limited companies must file
When are your limited company accounts due? Learn what to submit to HMRC and Companies House, key deadlines, and what counts as a micro-entity.
What is a dormant limited company?
A dormant company is a standard limited company that doesn’t trade and has no accounting transactions. There are two main situations where owning a dormant limited company can be useful.
It’s never too late to start saving for a pension if you’re self-employed
Left it late to start a pension? If you’re self-employed, here’s how to catch up, claim tax relief, and build a pot from scratch.
What the 2027 Inheritance Tax changes mean for your pension
If you’re self-employed and saving into a pension, some big changes are coming from April 2027 that could affect what happens to your pension when you die.
BT warns small businesses they’re in the firing line for cyber attacks
BT warns UK SMEs of rising cyber threats as 2 in 5 lack training. New support launched to help small businesses stay protected online.