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A selection of great tools, business guides and articles to help make your business a success
Starting out
So you’re ready to go it alone, but what company set up is best for you? What tax implications do you need to be aware of? And just how do you come up with the right name? We’ve got the guidance you need.
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Starting a limited company
by Calum Morrison and Laura Hughes
Freelancing for beginners
by Nick Chowdrey
What to do if you’re made redundant? Don’t panic, read this NOW!
What can you do if you're made redundant, especially in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic? Don't panic - it could be a great opportunity, here are some options.
UK Tax rates, tax thresholds, tax bands, and tax 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.
How to set up a limited company
We show you how to set up a limited company so you get to define your brand, own everything you do, and run your business in the most tax-efficient way.
Free tools and resources to help the self-employed via Crunch Chorus
When you join Crunch Chorus you’ll get access to free business guides, self-employed meetups, an invoice generator, late payment letter templates and more.
Company year end accounts checklist for limited companies
A company year end can be a daunting undertaking for first-time limited company directors. However it needn't be the end of the world. Here's what you need to know to get your year end accounts sorted.
What is a sole trader?
A sole trader is someone who runs their own business as an individual, and is self-employed. Find out more in this jargon-free article!
VAT registration and reporting explained – and what rate of VAT applies?
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.
Freelance on the side: what tax do I pay?
Here's how to make sure you're paying the right amount of tax when deciding to freelance on the side, and how to stay in HMRC's good books!
How to start a business
Here are all the I’s you'll have to dot, and all the T’s you'll have to cross to get that business going...
The value of bookkeeping software for small businesses
Bookkeeping software may not be able to make bookkeeping fun, but it can definitely make it much easier. Here's a few ways how.
Crunch launch simple bookkeeping software for limited companies – Crunch Free
Crunch are delighted to announce the launch of our simple, online bookkeeping software for limited companies and sole traders, Crunch Free!
How to quit your job
Ready for pastures new? Before you tell the boss exactly where to go, read our top tips on how to quit your job the right way.
What are the requirements of a registered office?
When you set up a limited company, you’ll need to provide your registered office, your business address, and your service address.
Working Time Regulations – working hours, rest breaks and holiday entitlements guide
There are a whole host of regulations and laws in place to protect workers from being exploited in regards to working hours, break and holiday.
Our Client Manager’s top tips to make your next Self Assessment painless
Self-employed and struggling to deal with Self Assessment? Start the tax year positively and make next year’s Self Assessment as painless as possible - get some expert advice from our client managers.
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.
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