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A third of self-employed expect IR35 reform to cost them more than £20,000
A new Simply Business survey reveals that a third of contractors expect IR35 reform to cost them £20,000+,…
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Female run small businesses grow 18% in the last five years
More women than ever are running their own small business, according to recent research from Simply Business. Click…
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How to cope with anxiety – 4 top tips
Clinical Psychologist, Dr Hazel Harrison, shares practical advice for coping with anxiety. Read these four top tips.
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How does HMRC define a ‘personal service company’?
Read about the benefits of setting up a personal service company, the IR35 implications, and why many contractors…
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Brexit VAT changes: a guide for small businesses
There are new tax rules now the UK has left the EU, new VAT rates on imports and…
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What is the VAT Flat Rate Scheme? A guide for small businesses
Registering for HMRC’s flat rates can help save you time on VAT reporting. From deciding if it’s right…
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How to sell on Instagram in the UK: a step-by-step guide
Learn how to use shoppable Instagram posts to sell your products. Read our step-by-step guide to get started.
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What’s a general business partnership and is it right for me?
Who is a general business partnership best for, how does it work, and how do you set one…
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A quick guide to finding a product to sell online
Want to make money by selling items in an online shop? Our guide will help you get started…
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What’s the Minimum Income Floor (MIF) for Universal Credit?
Are you claiming the Universal Credit benefit – or thinking about applying for it? Here’s what you need…
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