29 articles tagged with Self Employment.
Whether self-employed workers and small business owners can deduct London's Congestion Charge and ULEZ daily fees against tax in 2026/27, and how the rules differ from commuting costs.
Tax rules for self-employed dog groomers, mobile pet groomers and dog walkers in 2026/27 — allowable expenses, van costs, mileage and VAT registration.
Whether a domestic cleaner is self-employed or an agency employee in 2026/27, what expenses can be claimed, and how travel between multiple households is treated for tax.
How self-employed photographers claim tax relief on cameras, lenses and studio kit in 2026/27 using the Annual Investment Allowance, plus VAT on wedding and commercial shoots.
How freelance translators and interpreters are taxed as sole traders in 2026/27 — allowable expenses, VAT on overseas clients, Class 4 NI and Self Assessment basics.
What UK freelance writers and journalists can claim against tax in 2026/27 — research trips, subscriptions, home office costs, and how to handle irregular publisher payments.
Should a self-employed handyman, builder or tradesperson register for VAT before hitting the £90,000 threshold in 2026/27? Weighing the flat rate scheme, competitiveness and reclaiming input VAT.
How locum veterinary surgeons and vet nurses are taxed in 2026/27 — self-employed vs agency PAYE, IR35 considerations, and allowable expenses like RCVS fees and indemnity insurance.
When market traders and regular car boot / trading sellers need to register as self-employed in 2026/27, the £1,000 trading allowance, and what HMRC expects to be declared.
Tax rules for chair-rent hairdressers and mobile hairdressers/beauticians in 2026/27 — what counts as self-employment, allowable expenses, and Class 4 NI.
How self-employed personal trainers and fitness instructors are taxed in 2026/27, including gym floor rent, kit expenses, insurance, mileage for outdoor sessions and Class 4 NI.
How Scottish sole traders pay income tax on their trading profits in 2026/27 — the same six-band Scottish system that applies to employees applies to self-employed income too.
Whether UK sole traders are legally required to have a separate business bank account in 2026/27, and how HMRC's record-keeping rules and Making Tax Digital change the practical answer.
How self-employed dental associates in the UK pay tax in 2026/27: associate agreements, NHS vs private income, allowable expenses, Class 2/4 NI and pension options.
Tax treatment of farm diversification income in 2026/27: holiday lets, wedding venues, farm shops and renewable energy leases -- how it differs from farming trades, VAT issues, and the Agricultural Property Relief impact.
How Incorporation Relief automatically defers CGT when a sole trader transfers their business into a limited company for shares -- conditions, BADR interaction, and a worked example for 2026/27.
How locum pharmacists in the UK are taxed in 2026/27: self-employed vs agency PAYE, allowable expenses, IR35 for locum work, and when VAT registration applies.
Tax guide for self-employed physiotherapists and osteopaths in the UK: sole trader vs limited company, allowable expenses, VAT exemption and HCPC/GOsC registration.
How universal credit side hustle income affects your payments in 2026/27 — the 55p taper rate, work allowances, and what to report.
A detailed guide to every category of allowable expense for self-employed people in 2026, including simplified expenses, what HMRC allows, and common mistakes to avoid.
A practical guide to IR35 status determination in 2026, covering the three key tests, the CEST tool's limitations, and what happens if you get it wrong.
A complete guide to HMRC's approved mileage allowance payment rates for 2026, covering cars, motorcycles, bicycles, electric vehicles, and how to claim via self assessment or payroll.
How sole traders can use SIPP and personal pension contributions to reduce their tax bill in 2026/27, including annual allowance limits, relief at source, and higher-rate claims.
A detailed tax comparison of sole trader vs limited company structures in 2026/27, including break-even analysis and the real admin costs of going limited.
Earn extra income from a side hustle? Know the GBP 1,000 trading allowance, Self Assessment thresholds, Class 4 NI rates, and how HMRC platform data-sharing affects you.
Complete guide to gig economy tax in the UK 2026/27. Covers Self Assessment, trading allowance, Class 4 NI, mileage deductions and digital platform reporting rules.
CIS deduction rates, contractor vs subcontractor obligations, monthly returns, claiming back overpaid CIS and how to apply for gross payment status -- all 2026/27 figures.
OnlyFans income is fully taxable in the UK. Learn what HMRC already knows via DAC7, how to register, which expenses you can claim, and what you'll actually owe.
Which expenses you can claim against self-employment income on your UK tax return: AMAP mileage, WFH flat rate, equipment, training, marketing and more — with examples of what HMRC allows and disallows.
