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Freelancers urged to file taxes early: here’s why

Many freelancers are already feeling stressed about "painful" surprises that could be announced in the Labour Party's Autumn Budget. That is why freelancers should aim to get their tax returns sorted now, rather than when the annual…

Latest rules for EU freelance platforms

For freelancers considering using online platforms, understanding your employment status is crucial. It affects your rights, benefits, and tax obligations. While some platforms might categorise workers as independent contractors, recent…

Greece tightens its grip on freelance tax affairs

Greece is ushering in a new era of tax transparency for its freelance workforce. Here's the latest Driven by concerns over tax evasion, the Hellenic Republic is implementing a series of measures aimed at digitalising and streamlining…

Ditch the Hourly Hustle: Pricing Strategies to Boost Your Freelance Profits

The Perils of Hourly Pricing (and Why It's Time for a Change) You've landed a new client and are still buzzing about the good news. But then comes the dreaded question: "What's your hourly rate?" Suddenly, you're thrown into a guessing…

Why did rugby pundit Stuart Barnes lose his IR35 case?

Rugby Pundit Stuart Barnes Loses circa £700,000 IR35 Appeal: A Close Call with Far-Reaching Implications Former rugby player and Sky Sports pundit Stuart Barnes has lost his appeal at the Upper Tribunal, resulting in a substantial tax…

Freelancers earning below EUR33 per hour could be deemed employees by new Dutch law

Netherlands Prepares Third Attempt at Defining Employment Relationships The Dutch government is once again trying to provide much-needed clarity on the distinction between employment and self-employment with a new law, the "Wet…

IR35 puts a spanner in the works for startups

The choice between operating as a sole trader or setting up a limited company can have significant implications for freelancers and startup founders. One key factor driving many freelancers towards the latter is the enhanced protection it…

Bums on seats: have a cultured night out for less

The sometimes feast-or-famine income of the freelance life can make a night out feel like a distant dream. However, with a little ingenuity and a dash of planning, you can swap the takeout menu for a cultured evening out. And no, we're not…

FTC: Adobe “trapped” people into paying for subscription plans

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accused software giant Adobe of deceiving consumers by hiding fees and making it difficult to cancel subscriptions, a practice that has significant implications for freelancers who rely on Adobe's…