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Most business owners will have their domestic business travel sussed, but international business travel has a few quirks you need to know about.
From understanding expenses to starting a limited company, we've a range of jargon-free business guides for you to download and keep.
What is National Insurance and do the self-employed have to pay it? This article explains it all as simply as possible.
A quick explanation of each of the small business taxes you’re expected to pay as a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner.
Social media is increasingly being used by companies as well to share information and network with colleagues, the public- and this can also cause problems.
Confused about how to go about managing your repayments? Don’t sweat, here’s all you need to know about student loan repayment when you’re self-employed.
Thinking about closing your limited company? This article will explain the two main options - informal strike of or members' voluntary liquidation.
Find out what's actually on a Limited Company Statement of Financial Position (formerly referred to as a Balance Sheet), and why you might need one.
Bookkeeping software may not be able to make bookkeeping fun, but it can definitely make it much easier. Here's a few ways how.
What are your responsibilities as a limited company director? We explain what you need to file with Companies House & HMRC so you can keep on top of things.
Being made redundant isn't a pleasant experience for anyone, so what happens next? Are you entitled to any redundancy pay? We take a look.
Although the ins & outs may be tricky to grasp for first-timers, the sooner you get your head around the HMRC VAT system the sooner you can benefit from it.
We explore your pay and wages, cuts to pay and unauthorised deductions to give you the low-down and how it might affect you.
Whether you've decided to retire, become an employee, or go back to sole trader, you need to know the tax-efficient ways to close your limited company.
What are your options when you are working as a contractor? We take a look at the pro's and con's of both agency work and finding clients directly.
Pension contributions are one of the few remaining tax breaks available to limited companies. It makes sense to take advantage of this tax break.
Holiday pay should now include payments for regular overtime and regular commission. We look at how to calculate your or your employee's holiday pay.
A locum doctor can provide work under a variety of different guises, including as a limited company. We take a look at the pros and cons.
If the time has come to close your business, there's a tax efficient method called a Members’ Voluntary Liquidation - or an MVL for short.
Small businesses can ask HMRC for an advance of payments to employees and directors to cover statutory maternity and paternity pay.
Anyone who is defined as a 'worker' is entitled to a selection of workers rights. We look at the minim wage, overtime, equal pay and unpaid experience.
Unable to work? You are entitled to sick pay from your employer if you meet the qualifying conditions, which are as follows.
We've collated a selection of free tools and resources for you to help make running your business a breeze. With everything from software to templates you can work out your take home pay, chase that unpaid invoice and calculate your IR35.
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