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What You Need to Know About Fixed Rate Cash ISAs
A fixed-rate cash ISA is a tax-free savings account where you are paid a set rate of interest for locking your money away over a fixed period.
What Self-Employed Taxpayers Should Know About the SA100 Self-Assessment Tax Form
The SA100 form is filled in by those who are self-employed or have more complex finances and need to report their income to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and calculate…
What is a Dividend? Tax and Yields Explained
When a company periodically rewards their shareholders with a cash payout, those are known as dividends.
PAYE: How the Pay-As-You-Earn System Works
With the pay-as-you-earn (PAYE) system, your employer deducts income tax and national insurance from your salary.
Mettle Business Bank Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features
Read our review of Mettle’s business account, including pros, cons and key features.
Sole Trader vs. Self-Employed: What’s the Difference?
Day to day, there is little distinction between self-employment and being a sole trader. But what is the difference, and how does it impact on you? Let’s look at the…
Sole Trader vs Limited Company: Which is the Right Choice?
The legal status you choose for your business has major implications for tax, earnings and even survivability. Should you be a sole trader or a limited company – and how…
Your Small Business Budget in 5 Steps
Budgeting is something of an art form, and it’s absolutely non-negotiable – especially for small businesses. Here we teach you how to create a business budget to manage your business’s…
Bounce Back Loan Scheme: How to Repay
The Bounce Back Loan Scheme was set up by the government to help businesses get financial support during the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s now closed, but you can find out more…
Compare Business Electricity Suppliers & Rates
One way to potentially save money on your business electricity bills is by switching providers. Read on below for our guide on how to compare business electricity suppliers, rates and…
Compare Business Gas Prices in the UK
As with domestic energy, you can reduce the cost of your business gas bill by comparing providers when searching for a new tariff. Read on below for our guide to…
Best Sole Trader Bank Accounts December 2024
Sole traders can open a business bank account to keep personal and commercial finances separate. Read on to find out about the best sole trader business bank accounts.
Best Joint Business Bank Accounts December 2024
A joint business bank account can be a great way for multiple business partners to get involved with the management of your company’s finances. But which joint account is right…
Best Free Business Bank Accounts December 2024
Free business bank accounts are offered by a number of UK business banking providers. However, details can vary greatly between products and providers. Compare the top 10 free business accounts…
Barclays Business Account Review: Pros, Cons & Features
Barclays has three types of business accounts as well as a community account for charities. Find out more about them and their pros and cons in our review.