Sole Trader and Self Employment
67 articles on sole trader and self employment for UK limited company directors, contractors, sole traders and small businesses.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
A practical breakdown of England tax bands for 2025/26. Covers income tax rates, National Insurance thresholds, personal allowance tapering, dividend tax, and what these mean for your business. Real numbers, clear examples.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
A practical guide to claiming a tax refund from HMRC. Covers overpaid tax from employment, Self Assessment rebates, working from home, and common pitfalls to avoid.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
An HMRC tax rebate means you paid too much tax and HMRC owes you money. This post explains who typically qualifies, what triggers a rebate, and the exact steps to claim it through the correct channel.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
Sole traders can claim capital allowances on equipment, vehicles, tools and most plant and machinery used in the business. The Annual Investment Allowance gives 100% relief on up to £1,000,000 of qualifying spend per year. From 6 April 2026, Finance Act 2026 s.28 cut the main-rate writing down allowance from 18% to 14%. A new 40% first-year allowance on new, unused main-rate plant and machinery applies from 6 April 2026 under FA 2026 s.29. Cars are excluded from the AIA and the first-year allowances and follow a separate CO2-based regime. Cash basis sole traders can deduct the full cost of qualifying assets as an expense instead.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
A tax rebate means HMRC owes you money. Common causes include overpaid PAYE, wrong tax codes, and allowable expenses you haven't claimed. This post explains how to check and claim what you're owed.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
If you've paid too much tax through your job, pension, or self assessment, you may be due a refund. This guide explains the process, what you can claim for, and how to avoid common mistakes.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
A practical guide to using a taxable income calculator for UK Self Assessment. Covers what taxable income includes, how the calculator works for sole traders and employees, and the key tax rates for 2025/26.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
A complete breakdown of UK tax bands for 2025/26. Covers income tax rates, National Insurance thresholds, personal allowance, dividend tax, and key allowances. Written for business owners who need practical, decision-ready guidance.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
If you've paid too much tax, you may be due a refund from HMRC. This guide explains how to claim your tax rebate, what you can claim for, and the common pitfalls to avoid.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
Actors and performers face a unique set of tax challenges: irregular income, multiple engagements, IR35 determinations, and specific expense rules. This guide explains what to look for in an accountant who genuinely understands the performing arts sector in the UK.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
UK Airbnb hosts face a specific set of tax rules that differ from standard self-employment. This guide covers the rental income versus trading income distinction, the £1,000 property allowance, allowable expenses, and the exact triggers that mean you need professional support.
Sole Trader and Self Employment
Running a beauty therapy business means managing clients, stock, rent and staff. Your tax structure, VAT position and payroll setup need the same attention. We cover the key decisions for sole traders, partnerships and limited company beauty therapists in the UK.