Employing people as a sole trader
We take a look at the procedures around employing people as a sole trader.
Sole trader
Helpful tips and advice for sole traders on setting up and managing a small business in the UK, including guides on registration, insurance, tax and vat, plus useful case studies and examples on the advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed.
We take a look at the procedures around employing people as a sole trader.
Sole trader
Accounting
Whether you pass the VAT threshold or register for VAT voluntarily, we explain everything you need to know about Value Added Tax
Sole trader
What are the main types of business insurance for a sole trader and what if I’m working from home?
Sole trader
Haydn Rogan explains the tax advantages and disadvantages of status as a limited company and as a sole trader
Sole trader
What jobs are best if you want to go self-employed? We look at what it takes to become a personal trainer, a gardener, a hairdresser, a private chef, a photographer or a dog walker
Small Business Banking
We’ve rounded up some of the best business bank accounts created with sole traders in mind
Sole trader
What does it mean to be a 'sole trader'? Is there any difference between a sole trader and being ‘self employed’?
Sole trader
Truss needs to unveil a plan that can revitalise a sector that contributes £303bn to the UK economy, says IPSE’s director of policy Andy Chamberlain
Sole trader
What does it mean to be a 'sole trader'? Is there any difference between a sole trader and being ‘self employed’?
Sole trader
Truss needs to unveil a plan that can revitalise a sector that contributes £303bn to the UK economy, says IPSE’s director of policy Andy Chamberlain
Sole trader
Business formation is one of the biggest decisions you'll make when starting out. Here are seven key advantages of being a sole trader
Sole trader
Yes you can, says Simon Thomas of Ridgefield Consulting. But you have to follow these steps to wind up your limited company first
Sole trader
Emily Coltman, chief accountant at FreeAgent, investigates one very popular structure for new business owners: sole tradership
Sole trader
Can two people run a sole trader business and can you register a newly formed limited company as 'dormant' and start off as a sole trader?
Business Loans
Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.
Business Technology
Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings
Business Technology
With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!
Export & Import
Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world