Trades
The essential guides for the trades industry.
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4-minute read
Construction firms face lowest workloads since 2008
Find out what’s causing this and which trades defy the trend.
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5-minute read
Reverse charge VAT – a simple guide for businesses
A VAT reverse charge is when the buyer pays VAT instead of the supplier.
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5-minute read
What limited company expenses can I claim?
Learn what does and doesn’t count as a company expense and how to stay tax compliant.
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4-minute read
Tradespeople see lower profits than expected in 2024
Tradespeople are experiencing lower profits than expected in 2024. Read on to find out which trades are worst…
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5-minute read
What could the trades skills shortage look like in 2030?
A recent study by Simply Business has revealed a worrying 35 per cent decline in new tradespeople choosing…
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6-minute read
Painter and decorator jobs for the self-employed – how to get started
If you’re knowledgeable about DIY and decoration, as well as self-disciplined and a good communicator, it could be…
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6-minute read
What is a business credit score? Plus 8 ways to improve it
Find out what a business credit score is, why it’s important and how you can improve your business…
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6-minute read
Payment terms: what to do when a client doesn’t pay
Late payments are a big problem for many businesses, so what should you do if someone doesn’t pay…
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9-minute read
How to price a job as a contractor: plus a free quote template
Wondering how to price a job as a contractor? Read our top tips on how to quote and…
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7-minute read
What is a CSCS card? And does every tradesperson need one?
Do all tradespeople need a CSCS card and how do employers check them? Read our guide for everything…
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