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Knowledge
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
How the founder of Freelancer Club built an award-winning startup using only freelancers
Matt Dowling founded the Freelancer Club in 2014 after his own experiences as a freelance photographer highlighted a need for a change.
Time off for dependants – family emergencies and Parental Bereavement Leave
Did you know that in many circumstances employees now have the right to take time off work to deal with an emergency involving someone who depends on them?
What is bookkeeping and why does it matter?
Bookkeeping is the art of recording your financial information so that you can keep track of your incomings and outgoings. It can be a delicate process, but once you've mastered it, you'll have full control of your finances.
What is Pension Automatic Enrolment (PAE), how does it affect small businesses?
UK employers must provide access to a pension for their eligible workers. Employees can choose to opt out of auto-enrolment if they wish to. Find out more!
Critical illness cover and Income Protection – what business owners need to know
As a contractor or freelancer, you won't have access to Sick Pay if you get ill. Income Protection or Critical Illness Cover could be the solution.
What is a Postgraduate Master’s Loan?
Postgraduate Master’s Loans were introduced by the government to help with course fees and living costs while you study a postgraduate master’s course.
Can disciplinary or grievance meetings be audio or video recorded?
Neither an employee, nor an employer, has the right to record a meeting – unless both parties agree to the recording. Read more here.
Changing from sole trader to limited company
Think you're ready to move from a sole trader to a limited company structure? Here’s a simple explanation of when to make the transition and what you’ll need to keep in mind, without all the jargon.
Why there’s never a perfect time to start your business
They say that if you’re waiting for the perfect time, you’ll be waiting forever, and that couldn’t be more true when it comes to starting your own business.
Guide to redundancy and statutory redundancy pay
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.
Employment Law in the United Kingdom – what differences are there?
There is very little difference in employment law between England and Wales, some differences in Scotland but important differences in Northern Ireland.
Am I an employee, a freelancer or a worker?
It might sound simple, but being self-employed can lead you to this question when you are working with clients. It's important to know, so we explore.
What is a Key Information Document and why do agency workers need one?
From 6th April 2020, all new agency workers must be given a ‘key information document’ (KID) before agreeing terms with an employment business or agency.
What are the main advantages of a limited company?
Many take the sole trader route when starting a business, but there are huge benefits associated with setting up a limited company.
Who can have self-employed status in the film, television and production industries?
A comprehensive guide to Service Companies and VAT for people working in the entertainment industry.
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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