I often refer to all this as ‘stuff you should have been taught in school’. It’s all very well getting an accountant to sort everything out for you but as a business owner the buck stops at you! It’s absolutely essential that you have a basic understanding of how self employment works in the UK. You need to arm yourself with as much information as possible before you start on your small business journey.
Starting your Small Business
Business Startup Checklist
Are you thinking of setting up a new small business in the UK? Want to ditch the day job and …
How to register to be self employed in the UK?
Becoming self employed can be the biggest adventure of your life. You’ll be your own boss and everything you do …
Do you pay Tax on Small Earnings in the UK?
Here’s a really commonly asked question, do you pay tax on small earnings in the UK? So for example income …
Choosing a Business Name?
It may sound trivial, but selecting a good name for your business is one of the FIRST things you need …
Do You Need a Business Bank Account in the UK?
OK, so you’ve picked your business name. You’ve sorted your domain names. You’ve got your social media accounts sorted. Let’s …
How Much Should I Charge?
One of the most fundamental things you need to get vaguely right before you set up any business is deciding …
Limited company or sole trader – what’s the difference?
In the UK there are normally two options for setting up in business. You can either be a limited company …
How to Make a Free Business Website using WordPress
WordPress is free and probably the most industry standard tool out there for creating a free business website. You just …