Self Employed
How to set up in business as a sole trader – otherwise known as becoming self-employed. What are the pros and cons, and what are your obligations as a business owner?
Key Guides
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How to register as self employed – the key steps to take
The simplest way to start a business in the UK is to become self employed. This is also commonly referred to as becoming a sole trader. Here are the steps you must take to if…
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What is a sole trader?
If you’re new to self-employment, setting up as a sole trader is the easiest way to go. The registration process is simple, there’s almost no paperwork involved, and you don’t have to pay any registration…
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Limited company or sole trader – which is best for me?
One of the first tasks you will have when starting up your business will be to decide whether to set up a new limited company, or become self-employed. If you choose to go self employed,…
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7 ways being a sole trader is better than working via a limited company
For those new to the world of business, there are many things to consider. One of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make when you’re starting a business is whether to set up as a…
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How to avoid problems with partnerships
Many small businesses are partnerships. Yet circumstances and ambitions change, partners fall out or die. Without a good partnership agreement things can get acrimonious. Here’s how to protect yourself from the start.
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Self-employment: is it right for you?
Before deciding to become self-employed, it’s a good idea to think through the implications of working for yourself…