Self Employed Archives | Accounting Wise Online Accountants providing modern Accounting Services Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:49:51 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://a-wise.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cropped-Favicon-Large-32x32.png Self Employed Archives | Accounting Wise 32 32 CIS vs PAYE: Understanding the Difference https://a-wise.co.uk/cis-vs-paye-understanding-the-difference/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:47:06 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=25827 CIS and PAYE are two key tax systems in the UK construction industry, but they apply to very different types of workers. This post explains how each works, who they affect, and what contractors and subcontractors must do to stay HMRC compliant - helping you avoid penalties and ensure correct payments every time.

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]]> Hiring a Remote Bookkeeper: What You Need to Know https://a-wise.co.uk/hiring-a-remote-bookkeeper-what-you-need-to-know/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:57:19 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=25650 As UK businesses continue shifting toward flexible, digital-first operations, traditional office-based bookkeeping is quickly being replaced by remote, cloud-based solutions. This change isn’t just about convenience — it’s about smarter, more efficient financial management.

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]]> AI Bookkeeping – How Artificial Intelligence is Changing Small Business Finance https://a-wise.co.uk/ai-bookkeeping-how-artificial-intelligence-is-changing-small-business-finance/ Wed, 29 Oct 2025 07:49:47 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=25644 Discover how AI bookkeeping and automated bookkeeping are reshaping small business finance. Learn the benefits, limitations, and where accountants still add value.

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]]> What Documents Do You Need for Self Assessment? https://a-wise.co.uk/what-documents-do-you-need-for-self-assessment/ Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:50:25 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=25640 For many people, completing a Self Assessment tax return can feel daunting - especially if it’s your first time. One of the most common stumbling blocks is simply knowing which documents you need to gather before you start.

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]]> Self-Assessment Guide for Freelancers https://a-wise.co.uk/self-assessment-guide-for-freelancers/ Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:30:44 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=22995 If you're a freelancer in the UK, understanding and managing your self assessment tax obligations is essential. Whether you're just starting out or have been self-employed for years, getting your tax return right means avoiding penalties, maximising allowable expenses, and staying in control of your income.

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]]> Tax, eBay Stores and the HMRC https://a-wise.co.uk/tax-ebay-stores-and-the-hmrc/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 08:31:14 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=25017 Running an eBay store in the UK can be a profitable side hustle or a full-time business. But while listing, selling, and shipping products may be your main focus, understanding your tax responsibilities is just as important.

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]]> How to File Landlord Self-Assessment in the UK https://a-wise.co.uk/how-to-file-landlord-self-assessment-in-the-uk/ Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:11:41 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=25008 For many landlords, especially first-timers, the idea of filing a Self-Assessment can be daunting. The rules around allowable expenses, property income bands, tax relief, and deadlines can feel overwhelming.

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]]> How to Track and Manage Expenses for Your Sole Trader Business https://a-wise.co.uk/how-to-track-and-manage-expenses-for-your-sole-trader-business/ Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:00:17 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=24992 Everything you need to know about tracking sole trader expenses from setting up systems and tools to common pitfalls to avoid.

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]]> How to Track Your Time and Boost Productivity as a Freelancer https://a-wise.co.uk/how-to-track-your-time-and-boost-productivity-as-a-freelancer/ Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:00:50 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=24951 Freelancing offers freedom, flexibility, and the chance to be your own boss. But with that independence comes a challenge: keeping track of your time. Without a manager watching the clock or a traditional 9-5 routine, it’s all too easy to lose hours.

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]]> How to Manage Cash Flow Effectively in Your Electrician Business https://a-wise.co.uk/how-to-manage-cash-flow-effectively-in-your-electrician-business/ Fri, 05 Sep 2025 08:00:50 +0000 https://a-wise.co.uk/?p=24944 Running an electrician business in the UK is rewarding but financially demanding. Even with a diary full of jobs, many electricians face the same challenge: cash flow problems.

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