ContractorsIR35Limited companies
IR35 explained for contractors (without the jargon)
What IR35 means, the difference between inside and outside IR35, who decides your status, and how it affects your take-home pay as a UK contractor.
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Practical, plain-English guidance on UK tax, accounts and payroll — written by our team, updated as the rules change.
VATSmall businessMaking Tax Digital
VAT registration: when do you have to register, and how?
The UK VAT registration threshold is £90,000. Learn when you must register, when it's worth registering voluntarily, and how the process works.
PricingSmall business
How much does an accountant cost in the UK?
What UK accountants charge in 2026 — typical monthly fees for sole traders and limited companies, what's included, and why fixed fees beat hourly billing.
Self AssessmentDeadlinesSelf-employed
Self Assessment deadlines and how to avoid penalties
The key UK Self Assessment dates — register by 5 October, file online by 31 January — plus payments on account and the penalties for filing or paying late.
Sole tradersLimited companiesBusiness structure
Sole trader vs limited company: which is right for you?
A plain-English comparison of sole trader and limited company: tax, liability, admin and privacy — and how to decide which structure suits your business.
Making Tax DigitalSelf-employedLandlords
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax: who's affected and when
MTD for Income Tax starts in April 2026 for sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000. Here's what changes, who's affected, and how to get ready.
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