Accounting deadlines every self-employed person should know
Key tax and accounting deadlines for sole traders, including Self Assessment, MTD, VAT, payments on account, and more – with tips to avoid penalties.
What’s the best accounting software for the self employed (sole traders)?
Sole traders can choose from a host of online accounting software packages. These tools help manage your finances adn come packed with time-saving features.
Public liability insurance for sole traders (when you need it and when you don’t)
Public liability cover will protect you if you cause an injury to a member of the public, or damage third party property. Dedicated guide for sole traders
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 to successfully start a small business in the evenings
If you think a lack of time stops you from launching your own business, think again. We look at how you can start your own business in the evenings.
ANNA Money offers free MTD Income Tax filings ahead of deadline
ByteStart partner ANNA Money has announced it will offer free MTD ITSA filings on a permanent basis, with no subscription fees or time limits.
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.