Self-employment often means having to navigate lots of different websites with no clear source of truth. As the only not-for profit focused on self-employment, IPSE provides impartial and relevant advice on the topics that matter to you.
Find the self-employment support you are looking for below.
Advice sections (A-Z):
Coronavirus
Coronavirus is a real concern for all self-employed, from a lack of support from government to the real impact this has on everyday life.
Here you'll find information on:
- Coronavirus and the self-employed
- SEISS
- Bounce Back Loan
- Universal Credit
- Kickstart Scheme
Insurance
Make sure that you are protected with the key insurances needed by the self-employed community. Plus, IPSE members can receive a discount through our partner Markel.
Here you'll find information on:
- Professional indemnity insurance
- Public liability insurance
- Employers’ liability insurance
- Directors and officers insurance
- Legal expenses insurance
- Business equipment insurance
- Cyber insurance
IR35
Off-payroll working rules, otherwise known as IR35 or the intermediaries legislation, is a damaging taxation law from HMRC that IPSE strongly opposes. IPSE was founded to fight IR35, and we continue to support our members through the changes.
Here you'll find information on:
- A guide to IR35
- The April 2021 changes
- How to protect yourself against IR35
- What happens if you are investigated for IR35
Ways of working
There are many ways to work as a self-employed person, from operating as a sole trader, limited company director or as part of an umbrella organisation.
This section covers:
- Choosing your company structure
- Sole trader
- Limited companies
Winning Work
Tips and advice to help you grow your business no matter what industry or sector you work in.
Here you'll find information on:
- A guide to Winning Work
- Elevator pitch
- Referrals
- Introduction to branding
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IR35
Off-payroll working rules, otherwise known as IR35 or the intermediaries legislation, is a damaging taxation law from HMRC that IPSE strongly opposes. IPSE was founded to fight IR35, and we continue to support our members through the changes.
Here you'll find information on:
- A guide to IR35
- The April 2021 changes
- How to protect yourself against IR35
- What happens if you are investigated for IR35
Ways of working
There are many ways to work as a self-employed person, from operating as a sole trader, limited company director or as part of an umbrella organisation.
This section covers:
- Choosing your company structure
- Sole trader
- Limited companies