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Energy prices set to rise this winter, what can freelancers do to alleviate the costs?

Staff Reporter Nov 20, 2024

UK energy prices are going up this winter. Here are some approaches to keeping bills lower especially for freelancers who work from home Freelancers and contractors who work from home are bracing for another winter of high energy bills…

This Week’s Freelancer Horoscopes (18th – 24th November)

Staff Reporter Nov 18, 2024

Wondering if Mercury in retrograde is really to blame for that delayed payment? Need an astrological nudge to address a tricky topic with a new client? Check out our new Freelancer Horoscopes section – where the stars align with your…

5 signs you’re underselling your freelance skills (and how to fix it)

Staff Reporter Nov 18, 2024

Freelancing demands a keen sense of self-worth when it comes to pricing your services. Undercharging is a common pitfall, especially when starting out. But how do you know if you're truly earning what you're worth? Here are five telltale…

Need a cash injection before the end of the year?

Staff Reporter Nov 16, 2024

Latest client data shows which traditional skills are in demand in the run-up to the holiday season As 2024 draws to a close, many of us are seeking ways to bolster our earnings before the year is out. The good news is, the Fiverr…

MPs call for UK Taxpayer Advocate Service for freelancers and the self-employed

Staff Reporter Nov 16, 2024

Calls grow for a UK version of the US Taxpayer Advocate Service to support taxpayers facing HMRC’s heavy-handed tactics UK taxpayers, especially freelancers and the self-employed, may soon see better protection from the taxman if calls…

Where’s the best place to live as a freelancer?

Staff Reporter Nov 14, 2024

If you are a freelancer or seriously contemplating becoming one, where you live can have a huge impact on your earning power, access to quality clients and quality of life. Where can you find the optimal balance of affordability,…

Should HMRC profit from taxpayers?

Staff Reporter Nov 13, 2024

HMRC’s reduced interest on late payments hides the refunds “elephant in the room” says one contractor sector specialist The UK tax authority, HMRC, recently announced a reduction in the interest rate charged on late tax payments,…

Why Freelancers Should Upskill Every 6 months

Staff Reporter Nov 10, 2024

To truly thrive as a freelancer and help ease money worries, you need to stay ahead of the game, and that means embracing continuous learning. Think of it as evolving your skillset – not just for survival, but to unlock exciting new…

How to make tax-free earnings to help pay bills

Staff Reporter Nov 10, 2024

The holidays are around the corner, and who doesn't love a little extra cash? Selling pre-loved clothes and household items is not only a fantastic way to declutter but can also be a source of tax-free income – if you know the rules. We…

Breaking the Cycle: How Freelancers in TV Can Stop Being Exploited

Staff Reporter Nov 9, 2024

The account of a freelancer working in TV production in "Brutal hours, tyrants and chest pains: a freelance producer on the reality of British TV" lays bare the harsh reality for many freelancers in the industry: unpaid overtime, disregard…

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