Auto-Enrolment Pensions – “Counter Productive,” Says Government
There has been a lot of talk recently about auto-enrolment pensions for the self employed. Most people are in favour, but one guy is not.
#SelfieLeave – Fathers Day is Here!
Right now, as we speak, it is Fathers Day...a day for celebrating and eating Sunday Dinner, maybe even watching a bit of TV.
Over 6 Million Self Employed in UK
The boom time for self employment is right now as recent figures show that over 6 million people in the UK are now working for themselves.
Hello, Is It HMRC You’re Looking For…
A new report found that 1 in 10 callers to HMRC HQ never reach an operator. That is 4 million Brits ignored last year.
Half of Self Employed Not Worried About AI
Something we have mentioned on this blog quite a bit is AI...robots...”The Machines.” Why? Because they are expected to take over.
50% of Self Employed Complain About Mobile Reception
What is the biggest problem facing our nations self employed right now in 2018? The answer is...”mobile reception” according to a survey.
Contractors and Freelancers – Get Paid Instantly, Every Time
Working for yourself is a great experience. You are the boss. What isn't great is when you don't get paid. Nobody likes that.
£10 A Day, From Today, For Self Employed Workers
If you are a self employed worker who didn't care about getting in your tax return by 31st January...get ready for a shock.
£490 a Month for Unemployed Gig Workers
What happens if you can't find any gigs and are generally struggling to make any money in the gig economy? You get £490 into your bank account.
Robots in The Public Sector? 65% Think So
Contractors in the public sector have been caught up in the IR35 madness recently, but could they soon be out of a job completely? Perhaps...
20% of Specialist Mortgages Are For The Self Employed
It was only a few years ago that your chance of being accepted for a self employed mortgage were slim to none. “REJECTED,” was the one word answer.
Gig Economy Workers – You Are Losing £344 a Month!
What would you do if you caught a pickpocket trying to sneakily pull £344 in cash out of your pocket? Turn round and punch him, maybe.
