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For those questions you always wanted to ask (and those you didn't know you should ask)... Powered by our community, we capture the most frequently (and most important) asked questions about freelancing.

Why do I keep getting ghosted?
Why do I keep getting ghosted?
The unfortunate phenomenon of a client you're engaging with suddenly stopping returning your calls.
ghosting client relationships
What should I be including in a post looking for freelancers?
What should I be including in a post looking for freelancers?
Make sure you're including the bare minimum in posts on LinkedIn looking for freelancers - it saves everyone time!
finding work client relationships new business
I've received a letter from the ICO saying I need to register - is this a scam?
I've received a letter from the ICO saying I need to register - is this a scam?
When you start a new business, you might receive a letter from the ICO asking you to register with them. Let's learn a bit about who the ICO are and what they do.
legal data planning
What things do I need to do before April 5th as a freelancer?
What things do I need to do before April 5th as a freelancer?
April 5th is the end of the UK tax year - a time to make sure you're making the most of your allowances, such as pensions, ISAs and business expenses.
When do I have to become a limited company?
When do I have to become a limited company?
You aren't obliged to become a limited company, but there might be some tax benefits over £50k/year
sole-trader limited-company tax planning
Should I sign this contract with a non-solicitation clause?
Should I sign this contract with a non-solicitation clause?
Understanding non-compete and non-solicitation clauses in contracts is essential, to avoid you being prevented from working.
I've got a side hustle - do I need to register with HMRC?
I've got a side hustle - do I need to register with HMRC?
If you're earning money outside of employment, there are rules about when and how you need to tell HMRC. Here's what you need to know.
tax self-assessment side-hustle
Should I voluntarily register for VAT?
Should I voluntarily register for VAT?
Exploring the pros and cons of voluntarily registering for VAT.
vat tax planning
Should I increase my rates to kick off the new year?
Should I increase my rates to kick off the new year?
We polled 275 freelancers, and asked whether they're increasing their day rates this month, and the reasons behind their decision
rates pricing planning
How to deal with quiet spells?
How to deal with quiet spells?
The "feast and famine" of freelancing can be hard to deal with, and periods of no work is always challenging.
quiet periods planning feelings
What's the difference between a freelancer and a contractor?
What's the difference between a freelancer and a contractor?
Understanding how you're being engaged is essential for any contract
contracts employment tax
Do freelancers need professional indemnity insurance?
Do freelancers need professional indemnity insurance?
An introduction to what professional indemnity insurance is, and why its so important for freelancers.
insurance legal risks
Do freelancers need a business bank account?
Do freelancers need a business bank account?
A commonly asked question about keeping your finances easy to manage.
banking money finances
My laptop just died - can I buy a new one via my business?
My laptop just died - can I buy a new one via my business?
Accidents happen, things break, new laptops are expensive - can I buy a new laptop via my business?
money expenses tax
I've money in my business account - where should I put it?
I've money in my business account - where should I put it?
You can put money in a business savings account, so you can earn interest on it
money banking finances