January 2024

With decades of expertise under their belts, more people over 50 are going freelance. Is this a loss or gain to the new world of working? For decades, the narrative around the workforce has been dominated by the rise of millennials and…

If you are a contractor who works through an umbrella company, news of a recent case of Apprentice Levy fraud is a stark reminder that contractors must ensure they are not unwillingly footing this tax through their "assignment rate" In…

An IFS report is calling for policymakers and stakeholders to address the growing vulnerabilities faced by self-employed workers by considering greater unemployment and sick pay benefits for this growing and vital segment of the…

Our clients may hire us for our know-how, but is there value in taking better care of our appearance as freelancers? In this piece, we look into the growing trend of facial yoga. What is it? What kind of results can you expect? And how…

Research has found that independent workers experience significantly higher levels of anxiety and depression in January compared to other months. This increased vulnerability is attributed to several factors unique to the freelance…

On average the national insurance cuts coming in April will bring an extra £350 into the pockets of UK freelancers. Instead of letting this money get absorbed or spent with little thought, we share some ways freelancers can earmark their…

This quiz will help you assess your risk of experiencing the January blues, those post-holiday feelings of sadness, fatigue, and lack of motivation. Remember, this is just a playful assessment, and there's always hope for a happy and…

SPECIAL REPORT If you are starting your contracting journey in 2024 or deciding to take an off-payroll job especially one that the recruitment agency insists you work via an umbrella company, then there are some crucial things you need…

The world of pre-loved fashion is abuzz with worry about the looming "side hustle tax" on platforms like Depop, eBay, and Vinted. This new HMRC regulation has sellers in a frenzy, wondering if their passion project will be hit with a tax…

In this Freelancer's Lunch, we turn to motivation expert and podcast host Mel Robbins. Mel shares her experience of being betrayed by someone she trusted in her business and offers guidance on how to approach betrayal in life and business…