How to set up in business as a partnership in 2026
How to set up and run a business partnership - including legal considerations, how to choose a name, register the partnership with HMRC and pay taxes.
ANNA Money review: free business account with MTD filing tools
ANNA Money is an app-based business account for small companies and sole traders, offering a debit card and built-in Making Tax Digital (MTD) tools.
Confidence gap is holding back Gen Z entrepreneurs, NatWest research suggests
A new study by NatWest and Mettle suggests that while many young people want to start businesses, they are held back by a lack of confidence.
Card readers and in-person payments for sole traders
A practical guide to card readers for sole traders, including how they work, what they cost, and when in-person card payments are useful.
10 self assessment mistakes sole traders make every January (and how to avoid them)
Common errors sole traders make at tax return time, from payments on account shocks and late payment penalties to MTD changes in 2026. Be prepared!
How I made digital tax work for my microbusiness via Quickfile | Eddie Adams Nottingham business owner
Nottingham business owner Eddie Adams shares how he adapted to MTD for Income Tax, and how he uses accounting software to keep records and file digitally.
UK freelancers confident about 2026 despite tax hikes and tough economy
Despite the difficult economic climate, higher taxes and new regulations, the UK's freelancers are confident about 2026, according to new research.
Zempler Business Go bank account fees + review (2026)
Our Zempler Business Go review covers features, fees, pros and cons, and how it compares with Extra and Pro. A good choice for the self-employed.
Employers’ liability insurance: do sole traders need it?
If you are a sole trader with no employees, you don't have to take out employers’ liability cover. But what happens if you employ someone, even temporarily?
Intellectual property (IP) for small businesses: what you need to know
A practical guide to intellectual property for small businesses, covering trademarks, copyright, patents and design rights, plus common ownership pitfalls.