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Is It Cheaper to Be a Sole Trader or Limited Company?

Is It Cheaper to Be a Sole Trader or Limited Company?

Factors such as how much you earn, and the industry you operate in are all at play when considering what type...

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June 2026 Client of the Month: Sealgard Security Ltd

June 2026 Client of the Month: Sealgard Security Ltd

This month we spoke to Sal, Director of Sealgard Security Ltd. Sealgard Security Hey Sal! Tell us about your business Sealgard...

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UK Tax Rates, Thresholds and Allowances for the Self-Employed

UK Tax Rates, Thresholds and Allowances for the Self-Employed

Read our guide to the current UK tax rates and thresholds affecting sole traders, limited companies, partners and partnerships, employers, and...

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Can I Use the Trading Allowance?

Can I Use the Trading Allowance?

You can use the trading allowance even if you receive an income from other sources, such as an employer. For example,...

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Employed or Self-Employed; Which is Better?

Employed or Self-Employed; Which is Better?

Being your own boss is hard work, but it can also be extremely rewarding. That being said, running a business isn’t...

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The Accountancy Partnership – Our Positive Reviews

The Accountancy Partnership – Our Positive Reviews

We’re proud of our customers' reviews here at The Accountancy Partnership The reviews we receive from our customers show how hard...

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Does a Sole Trader Need to Register with Companies House?

Does a Sole Trader Need to Register with Companies House?

The quick answer is no; sole traders don’t register with Companies House in order to become self-employed. In this short article...

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Can I Take On An Employee Without a P45?

Can I Take On An Employee Without a P45?

The short answer is yes, you can take on an employee who doesn’t have a P45, but you’ll need to ask...

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What Type of Tax Return Do I Need to Submit?

What Type of Tax Return Do I Need to Submit?

Your taxes and any other deductions are usually all managed for you by your employer when you work as an employee....

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Authorising an Agent to Help You With HMRC

Authorising an Agent to Help You With HMRC

Completing tax returns on your own can be tricky, especially if you know very little about the world of HMRC and...

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What Is A Tax Reference Number?

What Is A Tax Reference Number?

Each employer and pension provider has a unique reference number which identifies their tax records with HMRC – one of many...

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Where Can I Find My Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) Number?

Where Can I Find My Unique Taxpayer Reference (UTR) Number?

Along with your name and date of birth, HMRC uses unique reference numbers to help them locate and manage your tax...

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