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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
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.
I’d like a second job – what do I need to know?
If you're finding yourself a little stretched for cash, you might consider a second job. While it’s not illegal, there can be issues to consider.
Working from home? What you can and can’t claim as an expense
If you spend time working from home, then depending on the work you do, you might be able to claim expenses back for using your home as an office.
How much should I take as a salary from my limited company?
One of the differences between being paid by an employer and running your own business is having to sort out your own pay. You can do this by taking a salary from your limited company - in the same way as a regular employee. Here are the benefits of taking a high or a low salary, without the jargon.
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), sickness and fit notes
Unable to work? You are entitled to sick pay from your employer if you meet the qualifying conditions, which are as follows.
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 – Calculate the tax you owe
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.
Short-time working and lay-offs (information for employees)
We look at alternative options for employers, instead of changing terms of their employee's contracts or making redundancies.
Grants, startup loans and freebies: financial help for your business
A handy side-effect of the entrepreneurial zeal sweeping the country is that there are now many schemes in place specifically to help small businesses.
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 are company shares, share value & share capital?
Don’t worry, it’s not as confusing as it seems. Here's what you need to know about share value and capital when setting up a limited company.
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.
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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