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5 Lesser-Known ISA Tax Breaks for UK Freelancers and High Earners
While many know about the basic tax benefits of Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), several lesser-known ISA tax breaks can be especially valuable for UK freelancers and high earners, according to a report by Hargreaves Lansdown. This…
How to master better payment terms as a freelancer
GUIDE TO FREELANCER PAYMENT TERMS
This guide will equip you with the essential tips and payment terms you should understand and use to your advantage each time you create an invoice or bring on a new client
As your freelance business…
IFS report: greater sick pay benefits for self-employed should be up for discussion
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…
Feeling Anxiety Between Gigs? Why Freelancers Might Need a January Tune-Up
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…
How UK freelancers can spend their tax windfall
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…
How can IT contractors make passive income?
As an IT contractor, you have some unique skills and knowledge that can be leveraged to generate passive income streams. Here are a few ideas you can explore
Passive income usually requires upfront work. Building and establishing these…
Freelancers: How to get financially fit in 6 months
As a freelancer, you know the importance of hustle and flexibility. But when it comes to your finances, are you feeling fit and ready for the year ahead? We set out a 6-month plan to help build your wealth and downgrade your debt
New…
Don’t make these common freelance contract mistakes
Follow these simple steps to avoid making costly freelance contract mistakes. Plus how to edit and add pages in Adobe Acrobat
Many working professionals, such as freelancers and small business owners, put together contracts regularly…
The 10 risks unmarried couples need to address
You build a life with someone and for one reason or another, you don't get married. Maybe it was due to the COVID lockdown, the cost of a living crisis or you didn't think you needed to go through the legal stuff to share a life together.…
New crypto app claims it can cut currency exchange costs for contractors by 50%
A ban on remote work between many countries due to different currencies and transferring fiat money is a big problem for some contractors. A new app aims to solve that
"Where dollars are not banned or have limited circulation, the total…