Self-employed virtual assistants work entirely from home with software subscriptions as the main cost. Full worked example on £18,000 turnover and the simplified home-use-as-office deduction.
Self-employed wedding photographers approaching the £90,000 VAT threshold in 2026/27 face a real pricing decision. What crossing the threshold actually means.
Self-employed wedding planners handle client deposits, supplier payments and commission arrangements that need careful tax treatment. Full worked example on £38,000 turnover and how to handle money that passes through your accounts.
Window cleaning is a low-overhead self-employed trade, but the van, water-fed pole system and round-buying costs still add up. Full worked example on £30k-£45k turnover, capital allowances on equipment, and Self Assessment basics.
How UK YouTubers should treat AdSense income, sponsorships and channel memberships for tax purposes, including foreign currency conversion and expenses.
Business Asset Disposal Relief rose from 14% to 18% on 6 April 2026, still well below the standard 24% Capital Gains Tax rate on business sales. Worked example on a £500,000 gain, with the £1m lifetime limit.
How HMRC taxes an ordinary business partnership in 2026/27: each partner is taxed individually on their share of profit, regardless of how the split is agreed. Worked example for a 60/40 split.
How NHS Pension Scheme contributions work for dentists who split their time between NHS contract work and private practice, with a 2026/27 worked example.
From 6 April 2026, dividend tax rates rose 2 percentage points — basic rate from 8.75% to 10.75%, higher rate from 33.75% to 35.75%. Worked example showing the exact extra cost for a company director.
UK electrician take-home pay 2026/27 compared: employed PAYE electrician on £38,000 vs self-employed sole trader billing £55,000. Full tax, NI and expenses breakdown.
How GP partners contribute to the NHS Pension Scheme despite being self-employed, how tiered contributions are calculated on profits, and what it means for take-home income in 2026/27.
How HMRC tells a taxable side income from a tax-free hobby, and how the £1,000 trading allowance in 2026/27 lets many casual sellers avoid registering for Self Assessment altogether.
