What are business rates? A guide for small businesses
What are business rates? Business rates are one of the UK’s oldest taxes; its origins can be traced back to the Poor Law of 1601. Business rates can be roughly defined as the tax paid for …
7 advantages of being a sole trader - Small Business UK
IPSE’s director of policy, Andy Chamberlain, told Small Business: “If you operate as a sole trader, it’s a bit more straightforward than a limited company.You work and get paid as an individual – …
What is a sole trader? A small business guide
As well as the exciting stuff like naming your business and finding new customers, you also need to make sure you stay on the right side of the taxman and the law, and part of this is picking …
Mileage allowance in the UK – what is it and how does it work?
Providing mileage allowance for employees who drive for work has become more popular in recent years. But with HMRC’s many rules, it can be confusing for employers and employees …
Pros and cons of employee ownership trusts (EOTs)
However, they’ve had a recent surge in popularity. The results from a recent freedom of information request show that nearly 500 employee ownership companies were set up in the …
Tax advantages of a limited company versus sole trader - Small …
Being a sole trader means that you run your own business as an individual and are essentially self-employed. This is the most popular way of trading in the UK, with 4.24m sole …
The 6 best VOIP providers for small businesses
Pricing. Essentials: £12.99 per month Standard: £19.99 per month Premium: £24.99 per month Ultimate: £29.99 per month If you’re looking for a great all-rounder, look no further than …
A guide to Statutory Sick Pay for employers - Small Business UK
2022年8月4日 · When SSP becomes payable on the fourth day, your employee can receive up to £99.35 per week for up to 28 weeks, which should be paid on the same schedule as their …
150 UK small business grants to apply for right now
2024年9月13日 · Business grants England 25. Mobile Boost Scheme. Connecting Devon and Somerset’s (CDS) Mobile Boost Scheme, has been designed to help small businesses and …
6 examples of sole traders - Small Business UK
Ross Mitchell, who trains personal trainers for PT training company Future Fit, says: “I always advise people to get their Level 3 because after that, the sky’s the limit.”. As well as doing this …