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Tax Tips · 5 min

7 expenses sole traders forget to claim

Use of home, mileage, software, training... a friendly round-up of the deductions most freelancers miss — and the receipts you should be keeping.

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Small Business · 6 min

Sole trader or limited company?

One of the questions we're asked most. Here's a clear, honest comparison of the tax, paperwork and protection — so you can pick what's right for you.

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VAT · 4 min

Should you register for VAT early?

You don't always have to wait for the threshold. We explain when voluntary registration can actually save you money — and when it really won't.

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Making Tax Digital · 5 min

MTD for income tax: what's changing

Quarterly digital updates are coming for landlords and the self-employed. Here's a calm explainer of who's affected and how to get ready in good time.

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Pensions · 5 min

Using your pension to cut your tax bill

Pension contributions are one of the most overlooked, perfectly legal ways to reduce what you owe. A gentle guide to how the relief works.

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First-Timers · 3 min

Your first tax return, step by step

Just been told you need to file? Don't panic. We walk you through registering, gathering paperwork, and what happens after you press submit.

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