This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. To find out more click here.
A selection of great tools, business guides and articles to help make your business a success
Showing 1 - 22 of 32 articles
If you’re concerned that you’ll be turned down, here’s what you can do to improve your chances of getting a self-employed mortgage, and what documentation you’re expected to provide.
From understanding expenses to starting a limited company, we've a range of jargon-free business guides for you to download and keep.
Getting a mortgage when you’re a contractor isn’t quite the impossible task that many people are led to believe, and there are some tall tales floating about with regards to what your obstacles are. Crunch Mortgages Jamie Challis dispells five of the myths and offers some great advice on how to get that mortgage.
Self-employed and struggling to get a mortgage? We take a look at the common myths, and share insider tips that will increase your chances of securing a loan. Also features a Q&A with our mortgage expert.
Markets are seriously hedging their bets when it comes to a May rate increase. Currently the markets appear to be 50/50 on whether that rise is coming, and it’s worth bearing in mind that this was 75/25 just a few days ago.
Getting a mortgage when you're self-employed as a freelancer or contractor doesn't need to be difficult. You just need the right advice.
Looking for a self-employed mortgage? Crunch's specialist brokers know the market inside out and will find the best deal for you, like we did for Gavin.
Many freelancers, contractors, and small business owners feel unfairly penalised simply due to not taking home a regular 9-to-5 salary. We're here to help.
Professional Indemnity insurance should be considered by any self-employed worker who is providing design, advice or specifications.
ISAs provide a simple, tax-free way to save for the future. This year, the Government increased the annual ISA allowance from £15,240 to £20,000.
An auto-enrolment pension review is taking place amidst calls to extend auto-enrolment to self-employed workers, to encourage them to start saving.
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.
Ministers should consider automatically deducting pension contributions from self-employed workers through the tax system, according to a new report.
Self-employed workers are still facing significant obstacles when it comes to obtaining mortgages, new research suggests.
A rise in the number of self-employed women has raised concerns that the pensions gender gap could widen in the coming years.
Companies which fail to shop around for the most competitive deals on gas and electricity end up paying over £500 a year too much, say Energyhelpline.
If you're a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner and looking to move home or remortgage, Crunch Mortgages can help.
The competition watchdog, the CMA, has ordered Britain’s banks to make switching small business bank accounts easier. How effective will this be?
Following the Brexit vote, the immediate outlook for those looking for cheaper mortgages actually looks fairly bright. Find out why.
Trouble getting a mortgage? Is your income being misinterpreted by lenders? Whatever your self-employed mortgage woes, we want to hear from you.
Self-employed borrowers are frequently getting a raw deal when it comes to mortgages, City watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority has warned.
Looking to get a mortgage as a contractor, freelancer, or small business owner? Our guide to self-employed mortgages tells you everything you need to know.
The amount of credit available for small business overdrafts is drying up, new research has found. We explore how this might affect your business.
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.
Stay up-to-date with the latest news affecting small businesses, join us at events and network with like-minded people. Access a full range of guides, help articles and videos plus free tools and resources and discounts on Crunch services and products.