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Hiring your first employee
by Nick Chowdrey
Knowledge
A selection of great tools, business guides and articles to help make your business a success
Growing your business
You're enjoying the self-employed life, and now it's time to grow your business. If you need help increasing productivity, hiring employees or more work, we've got you covered.
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Directors' responsibilities
by Nick Chowdrey
Changes to off-payroll working (IR35) rules effective from April 2021
New IR35 rules will affect any contractors working through a Personal Service Company, Recruitment Agencies, and all Large and Medium-sized end clients.
Get ready for end of tax year 5th April 2020
We’re fast approaching the end of the tax year on 5th April 2019. Let's take a look at what you’ll need to know.
UK Tax rates, thresholds, and allowances for the 2020/21 and 2019/20 tax years
There are many different tax rates in the UK affecting both individuals and businesses - we've pulled them all together so you can keep on top of them.
Coronavirus: Tips for working from home if you decide to self-isolate
The NHS recommends you self-isolate for a period of 14 days and work from home if you believe you have coronavirus, but how do you stay productive?
Scottish Income Tax Rates and how to check if it applies to you
We explain the tax rates that apply for the 2020/21 tax year, affecting income taxpayers resident in Scotland and how to see if you're affected.
The Crunch Personal Tax Estimator
The Crunch Personal Tax Estimator will help you work out the tax you may have to pay on your personal income, including sole trade income, salary & dividends.
In sickness and in wealth: Marriage Allowance explained
The new Marriage Allowance policy will allow some couples to potentially save on the amount of income tax they pay.
Trademarking a company: Everything you need to know
How long does trademarking a company last? How much does it cost? What's the difference between trademarking a company & registering one? All this and more.
Hours and rest breaks for UK goods vehicle drivers – Part 1
What are teh EU Driver's Hours Rules and how will they affect small businesses? We take a look at the exemptions, the rules and the duties involved.
How to check a person’s legal right to work in the UK (and the impact of Brexit)
We look in detail at all the points you need to consider and the documents you need when employing staff, casual workers and freelancers / contractors.
Why company directors love relevant life insurance
Did you know that you could make a substantial tax saving on your premiums by taking out what is called ‘relevant life insurance’?
Finding work as a new consultant
How do you find work to get the ball rolling as a consultant, and continue to get the kind of clients that will keep inviting you back?
Everything you need to know about Income Protection Insurance
We take a look at Income Protection Insurance and how it can be beneficial for the self-employed in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
What are unsecured and secured business loans and how do they work?
We take a closer look at the differences between unsecured and secured business loans, to help you decide which may be better suited to your business.
What are my main employment rights as an employee, worker or freelancer?
Whether you're a freelancer, contractor or employee, you're still protected to a variety of workers rights. Our guide explores the law around this.
Tools and resources
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.
We can help you every step of the way
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