Tax

Confused about tax issues?
 
Don't be.. we've bought together all the best information to help you work through it.

First things first, if you start working for yourself you must register with HMRC within the first 3 months Do it here

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If you need any advice call HMRC's newly self-employed helpline 0845 915 4515

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National Insurance & low income:
If you expect to earn less than £5075 this tax year you may be able to apply for a small earnings exemption certificate to avoid paying Class 2 NI contributions.
Paying them voluntary may help protect some entitlement to benefits. If you are unsure get advice from an accountant. 

HMRC and Business Link have joined to provide you with a super-useful section on tax issues on the Business Link website
Check it out here

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For problems with tax, get help and advice from the independent charity Tax Aid here

Download your free guide to tax here