Tax advantages of a limited company versus sole trader
Haydn Rogan explains the tax advantages and disadvantages of status as a limited company and 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.
Haydn Rogan explains the tax advantages and disadvantages of status as a limited company and as a sole trader
Sole trader
Sole trader
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Sole trader
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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
What are the main types of business insurance for a sole trader and what if I’m working from home?
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
What are the main types of business insurance for a sole trader and what if I’m working from home?
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?
Sole trader
One third of self-employed struggling with daily living expenses, especially as energy is a major cost for small businesses
Sole trader
We take a look at the procedures around employing people as a sole trader.
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