September 19, 2026

Allowable Expenses for the Self-Employed: The Complete List

Every allowable expense category for sole traders in 2026/27, the 55p mileage rate, simplified expenses flat rates, capital allowances at 14%, and what you…

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September 19, 2026

How to Register as a Sole Trader with HMRC

Register as a sole trader on form CWF1 by 5 October. Covers the Class 2 double-registration trap, GOV.UK One Login, UTR timings and what…

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September 18, 2026

Sole Trader vs Limited Company in 2026: The Full Comparison

Real 2026/27 arithmetic at £30k–£100k profit. Dividend rises, 15% employer NIC and the single-director rule have narrowed the limited company advantage.

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September 18, 2026

Digital Record Keeping for MTD: Exactly What HMRC Requires

Exactly what a digital record must contain for MTD VAT and MTD Income Tax, the digital links rule, why copy-paste breaks compliance, and the…

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September 18, 2026

Class 2 and Class 4 National Insurance for the Self-Employed 2026/27

Class 2 is not collected at profits of £7,105 or more but it still credits your NI record. Class 4 runs at 6% then…

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September 18, 2026

Sole Trader Tax Explained: What You Pay and When

Income Tax bands, Class 2 and Class 4 National Insurance, payments on account and the 31 January / 31 July rhythm — with a…

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September 17, 2026

MTD Exemptions: Who Doesn’t Have to Comply?

Who is exempt from MTD for Income Tax: automatic exemptions, the digital exclusion grounds, how to apply, HMRC's 28-day response and the 30-day appeal.

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September 17, 2026