Cash Basis vs Accruals for the Self-Employed
Decide whether the cash basis or accruals accounting works better for your self-employed UK business.
Self-Employed and Sole Traders
Everything sole traders and freelancers need to keep records, claim expenses and file Self Assessment correctly with HMRC.
Limited company vs sole trader: which suits your business?
A practical UK comparison of operating as a limited company versus a sole trader.
Managing Finances as a UK Freelancer
Manage irregular income, save for tax and build financial resilience as a UK freelancer.
Payments on Account Explained
Learn how Self Assessment payments on account work, when to pay and how to reduce them if your income falls.
Self Assessment Step by Step
Follow each step to register, complete and file your Self Assessment tax return without missing deadlines or reliefs.
Self Assessment tax return for sole traders
A practical guide to filing your Self Assessment as a UK sole trader without surprises.
Sole Trader Bookkeeping Basics
Set up simple, compliant bookkeeping as a UK sole trader and stay ready for Self Assessment all year round.