What is the £1,000 trading allowance – how does it work?
How the UK trading allowance works, who can use it, when to register with HMRC, and what changes with the new £3,000 threshold from 2027.
Can I pay myself a salary if I’m a sole trader?
Can pay yourself a salary as a sole trader? Learn how drawings work, what HMRC expects, and how to manage tax and NI when you're self-employed.
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: exemptions explained
A clear guide to who must follow MTD for Income Tax, who’s exempt, and the key easements available for sole traders and landlords.
Self-employed? 31st July Payment on Account tax deadline looms
Payment on Account tax is due by 31 July. Learn who it applies to, how to pay, and what happens if you miss the deadline. Includes guides and links.
VAT for the self-employed – what you need to know in 2025
A practical guide to VAT for sole traders in 2025 – when to register, how it works, VAT returns, reclaiming expenses, and how to stay compliant with HMRC.
What National Insurance do self-employed people pay in 2025/26?
Find out how National Insurance works for sole traders, including Class 2/4 rates, how to pay, and how it differs from employee and limited company rules.
Self-employed unprepared for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (April 2026 deadline!)
With the April 2026 deadline approaching for MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA), new research shows how unprepared the self employed are for the change.
How tax works if you’re self-employed (2025/26)
In this guide, we look at the taxes the self-employed pay. We also look at some common mistakes to avoid when it comes to dealing with HMRC.
How long should small businesses keep tax records for?
This concise guide explains which tax records small businesses (including self-employed and limited companies) should keep and for how long.
Online platforms must provide HMRC with sales reports on ‘side hustle’ businesses
If you make some extra money via a 'side hustle' - by selling online - you should be aware that digital platforms now share information about sellers with HMRC. You might need to pay tax on any profits you make - but it depends!