Business structure
Learn more about the regulations your business needs to follow.
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10-minute read
How to pay VAT – a small business guide
Learn how to file and pay your VAT bill using Making Tax Digital.
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6-minute read
How much is VAT? VAT calculation for businesses
Calculate how much VAT to charge your customers and how do you work it out?
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6-minute read
What is a P11D – and what’s changing?
Declare benefits in kind to HMRC if you have employees or are a company director.
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12-minute read
What is the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and how does it work?
Find out how the scheme works for contractors and subcontractors.
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4-minute read
How the Bank of England base rate affects your businesses
Find out the current rate and when it’s next being reviewed.
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6-minute read
Sole trader vs self-employed – what’s the difference?
Are you a sole trader after becoming self-employed?
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6-minute read
HMRC tax refund: what to do if you’ve paid too much tax
The self-employed can apply for a tax refund from HMRC if they’ve overpaid tax.
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8-minute read
Can you get self-employed holiday pay (and what to do if you can’t)?
Check the holiday pay rules and how to take a break from your business.
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9-minute read
What is an Employer Reference Number (ERN)? A small business guide
An ERN is allocated by HMRC when you register as an employer.
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8-minute read
What is turnover in business and how do you calculate it?
How do you calculate business turnover and how does it differ from profit?
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