The Entrepreneur’s Guide to the Invoicing Galaxy

Artificial intelligence is no longer the preserve of large companies. Thanks to affordable tools, even a sole trader can do the work that previously required a whole team. We have prepared an overview of the best AI tools for small business owners, divided according to what you can use them for.

The self-employed don't receive Statutory Sick Pay when illness stops them working. Instead, the main safety net is New Style Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). Here is who qualifies, how much you can get and how to apply.

Paying your Self Assessment tax bill on time matters as much as filing the return. This guide covers the 31 January and 31 July deadlines, how payments on account work, the ways you can pay HMRC, and the interest and penalties you face if your payment is late.

If you are self-employed or earn untaxed income, you may need to register for Self Assessment with HMRC. This guide explains who must register, the all-important 5 October deadline, how the process works and what to watch out for.