Small firms responsible for most tax evasion in the UK according to NAO report
A new report by the National Audit Office (NAO) says that the UK's small businesses are responsible for the 'vast majority' of tax evasion. In fact, of the £5.5bn tax…
55% of self employed will have no private pension savings at retirement if trends continue
A new study by the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) reveals a startling difference in pension saving patterns between the self employed and employees.
Top 10 business planning tips for start-ups + template downloads
Even if you're cynical about the usefulness of business plans, writing one will force you to consider aspects of your business you might have overlooked.
Number of self-employed aged 60 and over in the UK hits a record 991,000
An interesting new study highlights the significant number of self-employed individuals who are over 60. According to the digital community Rest Less, the number of people over 60 who work…
VAT registration – when should you register for VAT? Try HMRC’s handy estimator
If your business's "taxable supplies" over the past 12 months have exceeded the VAT registration threshold, you should register for VAT. As of April 2024, the VAT registration threshold increased…
How to start an eBay business: what you need to know
Are you thinking of joining in and trying your hand at becoming an eBay seller? Here's what you need to know about getting your new business off the ground.
Guide to insolvency, liquidation and bankruptcy for business owners
Running out of cash can have grave consequences for your business. It could result in it being put into liquidation or you being declared bankrupt.
Choose a limited company name – rules you need to know
Before you set up a limited company, you need to choose a suitable company name. Here we look at some important naming rules you need to know.
Directors – be aware of new Companies House rules in 2024
Companies House is implementing sweeping reforms to clamp down on financial crime and improve corporate transparency. How are limited companies affected?
How much has the April 2023 Corporation Tax rise cost you?
How does the post-April 2023 Corporation Tax (CT) regime work, and how much more tax small limited companies now pay as a result of the tax rise?