by vicki | Sep 22, 2025 | Accounting Software, Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Landlords, Small Business Advice
Spreadsheets have been the go-to for tracking business income for years. But let’s be honest – they’re clunky, easy to mess up, and a pain to update on the go. If you’re a sole trader, landlord, or contractor, there’s a better way. Here’s how to keep your income...
by vicki | Sep 15, 2025 | Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Small Business Advice, Tax & Compliance
Whether you’re running your business full-time or building a side hustle, one question always comes up: Do I need an accountant? The answer? It depends on your situation, your confidence with numbers, and the tools you use to manage your books. The Pros of Having an...
by vicki | Sep 8, 2025 | Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Small Business Advice, Tax & Compliance, Uncategorized
The short answer? Yes, you can. And thousands of people in the UK do it every day. If you’ve got a full-time job but also want to run a side hustle, from freelance design to selling handmade candles, there’s nothing stopping you. But you do need to know how it works...
by vicki | Aug 25, 2025 | Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Small Business Advice, Sole Trader, Tax & Compliance
Ready to go self-employed? Here’s your guide to becoming a sole trader in the UK – simple, direct, and stress-free. 1. Do you need to register? You must register as a sole trader if, in any tax year (6 April–5 April) you: Earn more than £1,000 from...
by vicki | Aug 8, 2025 | Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Landlords
When you’re self-employed – or running a side hustle alongside a job – you’re the one responsible for reporting your income and paying the right amount of tax. Get it wrong, and it can cost you time, money, and a fair bit of stress. 1. Missing...
by vicki | Jul 28, 2025 | Bookkeeping Tips, Freelancer & Sole Trader Resources, Small Business Advice, Tax & Compliance
Sole trader? Freelancer? Landlord? Side hustler? This is your go-to guide for the tax year ahead. When you work for yourself, keeping track of deadlines is half the battle. Whether it’s your first return or you’ve done a few, having a list of the key dates in one...
