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Types of tenancy agreements – plus RRA changes for landlords
A written tenancy agreement makes things clear between you and your tenants, but which type of tenancy agreement is right for you?
8-minute read
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Everything landlords need to do before 1 May
See how you can prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act
4-minute read
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JSL reform is here – what IR35 contractors need to know
If you work through an umbrella company, this new legislation affects you directly.
3-minute read
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Mandatory e-invoicing starts in 2029: what you need to do first
With only 15% of SMEs currently sending e-invoices, here are three ways to prepare.
4-minute read
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Making Tax Digital is live – vital next steps for the self-employed
Prepare for your first quarterly update and stay compliant with HMRC.
7-minute read
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Employment Rights Act: 5 big changes to employment law
See how workers’ rights are changing
3-minute read
Recent how-to guides and business tips
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6-minute read
How to register as self-employed (2026 update)
Registering as self-employed in the UK doesn’t need to be difficult.
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12-minute read
Self Assessment deadline – key HMRC dates and filing guide
File your Self Assessment tax return online by 31 January to avoid penalties.
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4-minute read
What is the national minimum wage in 2026? A guide for employers
Read our guide to the 2026 rates in the UK.
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8-minute read
Types of tenancy agreements – plus RRA changes for landlords
A written tenancy agreement makes things clear between you and your tenants, but which type of tenancy agreement…
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4-minute read
Everything landlords need to do before 1 May
See how you can prepare for the Renters’ Rights Act
Top trending articles
Are you prepared for Making Tax Digital?
Making Tax Digital for VAT is already in place. But Making Tax Digital for income tax is coming from April 2026 – changing how small businesses and landlords file and pay tax. Make sure you’re prepared.
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Making Tax Digital for business income tax
Making Tax Digital will affect how you pay income tax from April 2026.
8-minute read
Making Tax Digital for landlord income tax: get ready for 2026 changes
Find out more on key dates, how to comply, and how to register.
10-minute read
Is Making Tax Digital replacing Self Assessment?
Free financial calculators and business tools
Whether you need to work out how much VAT to add to invoices or the profit margin on a new product, our free calculators are here to help you.
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How to work out profit margin – profit margin calculator
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How much is VAT? VAT calculator for businesses
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