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.
Self-employed bookkeeping tips: stay organised and avoid HMRC trouble
Simple bookkeeping tips for sole traders. Stay organised, save time, and avoid HMRC issues with this practical guide for the self-employed.
Compare Sole Trader Accountants – Monthly Fees & Features (2025)
On this page, we have added some links and details of sole trader accountants we have worked with for many years at ByteStart. Compare fees and features.
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.
HMRC’s new ‘tax gap’ report – what it means if you’re self employed
In June 2025, HMRC published new figures on the UK’s tax gap, which show that self employed people are a key part of the story.
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax – guide for the self-employed
With HMRC's Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax coming soon, the frequency of filing returns will increase quite dramatically for the self employed.
UK SMEs that hire accountants report higher revenue and lower stress levels
An interesting new study shows that small firms that use accountants boost their revenues by 11.5% on average. They also report lower stress levels!
Late payment debt recovery service for ByteStart visitors (with Safe Collections)
Struggling with late payment? ByteStart visitors get exclusive rates with Safe Collections – no upfront fees, free claim review, and fast results.
Setting up accounts if you’re self-employed – a beginner’s guide
If you start a business as a sole trader, you need to set up an accounting system to record your income and expenses, and work out how much tax to pay.
Why you need a cash flow forecast, how to produce one + downloadable templates
One of the most useful pieces of advice that established entrepreneurs give to people starting their own businesses is, ' Cash is king.’ It doesn’t matter what business you’re in…