How Do I Choose a Business Structure?

Once you choose a name for your business, it’s time to register it legally. This is an exciting part of the process, as you edge closer towards being open for business. But which structure do you go for? There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to this type of thing, and what works for a freelance…

Top Bookkeeping Terms Explained

When you’ve spent a chunk of your working life employed, things like bookkeeping and accounting never usually come up – out of sight out of mind, as they say. It’s a safety net we often take for granted until we’re newly self-employed and the responsibility of managing our taxes (along with all the jargon that…

When Do I Need to Pay Tax?

Taxes can be tricky to navigate, can’t they? As a self-employed business, keeping track of all your tax reporting deadlines is just one of the many crucial things you need to remember. No matter how busy you are though, missing the deadline to submit your tax return and pay the bill is best avoided (along…

How Do I Register as a Sole Trader?

Making the move from employment to self-employment can feel overwhelming, but you’re in good company. There were a reported 3.1 million sole traders in the UK at the beginning of 2022. And these figures are continuing to grow! We’re going to look at the most frequently asked questions surrounding sole traders. Including: What is a…