Can sole traders claim insurance premiums as a business expense?
Practical guide to which types of insurance sole traders can claim as expenses, including public liability, professional indemnity and income protection.
Professional indemnity insurance for sole traders: do you really need it?
Do you need Professional Indemnity Insurance as a sole trader? Learn what it covers, who it’s for, and how to get the right policy to protect your business.
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
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?
Does your small business need tax investigation insurance?
Tax investigation insurance is a type of policy which provides financial cover in case your small business is subject to an HMRC enquiry.
Public liability for tradespeople – builders, plumbers, electricians and more
Find out why tradespeople like builders, plumbers and electricians need public liability insurance, what it covers, and how much protection to get.
Do you need insurance if you hire subcontractors or freelancers?
If you hire subcontractors or freelancers, your business insurance may need to change. Find out when you need employers’ or public liability cover.
Cyber insurance for the self-employed – is it really necessary?
Think cyber insurance is just for big firms? If you’re self-employed and working online, here’s why it might be worth having - and what it actually covers.
Do I need insurance to work from home if I’m self-employed?
Working from home as a sole trader? Your home insurance probably isn’t enough. Learn what cover you might need, from liability to contents and cyber.
What insurance do I need for part-time work or a side hustle?
If you earn money from part-time work or a side hustle, you might still need business insurance. Find out what cover makes sense and how to get it.