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ByteStart — How to go self-employed in 2026
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15 steps to take when you become self-employed
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What expenses can you claim as a sole trader?
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What taxes do you pay as a sole trader?
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax from April 2026
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Public liability insurance for sole traders (when you need it and when you don’t)

January 26, 2026
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
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Sole trader bank accounts: what to look for when comparing providers

January 24, 2026
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.
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How to successfully start a small business in the evenings

January 23, 2026
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.
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ANNA Money offers free MTD Income Tax filings ahead of deadline

January 22, 2026
ByteStart partner ANNA Money has announced it will offer free MTD ITSA filings on a permanent basis, with no subscription fees or time limits.
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How to set up in business as a partnership in 2026

January 22, 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.
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ANNA Money review: free business account with MTD filing tools

January 22, 2026
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.
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Confidence gap is holding back Gen Z entrepreneurs, NatWest research suggests

January 21, 2026
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.
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Card readers and in-person payments for sole traders

January 17, 2026
A practical guide to card readers for sole traders, including how they work, what they cost, and when in-person card payments are useful.
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10 self assessment mistakes sole traders make every January (and how to avoid them)

January 14, 2026
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!
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How I made digital tax work for my microbusiness via Quickfile | Eddie Adams Nottingham business owner

January 14, 2026
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.
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Brand new ByteStart guides
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  • Making Tax Digital is here: four things sole traders should do now



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