Article by Coconut If you’re a self-employed subcontractor working for a contractor, Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) tax rules apply. By law, the contractor must check the subcontractor’s CIS registration with HMRC and make tax deductions from their wages – 20% (if registered) or 30% (if not). Contractors can use HMRC’s online service or commercial CIS […]

A limited budget doesn’t have to hold back your ambitions. Even without big advertising campaigns or a full marketing team, you can still stand out and grow. With creativity, consistency, and smart use of free or low-cost tools, you can attract customers, strengthen your brand, and scale your business sustainably. Here are some affordable marketing […]

Article by PolicyBee The difference between freelance, sole trader and self-employed isn’t so much a question of yawning chasms. It’s more a matter of subtle nuances, with a healthy dose of overlap thrown in. In fact, it’s a bit like the difference between a Pink Lady, a Golden Delicious or a Cox’s Orange Pippin. At the […]

Article by GoSimpleTax Once upon a time, not too long ago, most people would have had one income source – usually their job, working for one employer, But, over time, things have changed. Many people now have more than one income source, either through choice or necessity. Lots of people with jobs also have a […]