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From April 2026, sole traders can claim 55p per mile for business car use. Here's how to make sure you're claiming the right amount.

If you use your own vehicle for business purposes, the rules just got more generous. From April 2026, the tax-free mileage rate for cars and vans has risen by 10p...

The approved mileage rate has risen to 55p per mile for the self-employed. Here is what changed, what it means for your tax bill and what to do next.

IPSE's Josh Toovey answers sole traders' key questions about Making Tax Digital, from who needs to comply and when, to software, deadlines and penalties.

Not sure which structure is right for your self-employed business? In this blog, experts from Qdos runs through the key tax implications of each one.

Here's what sole traders will need to start doing differently with their tax from April.

IPSE's Joshua Toovey outlines what the hike to dividend tax rates will mean for company directors.

Qdos CEO Seb Maley reflects on the Post Office's recent IR35 tax bill and encourages contractors to share their views on the legislation in a joint survey with IP...

Practical tips for the self-employed to manage income volatility, grow savings, and strengthen long-term financial resilience.

This article debunks common myths about Making Tax Digital for Income Tax and explains what the April 2026 changes will actually mean for sole traders.

IPSE’s Josh Toovey argues that a changing risk–reward balance is making self-employment a harder choice for many people in the UK.

The festive season is a chance to celebrate another year of hard work, thank clients and colleagues, and relax after filing your tax returns for the last financia...