Tax is complicated
From Self Assessment deadlines and allowable expenses to VAT and IR35 - with IPSE, you don't need to speak the language of tax fluently, you just need the right translator.
Navigating tax rules is difficult
Being self-employed means wearing many hats, and one of the trickiest is “tax expert.”
From Self Assessment deadlines and allowable expenses to VAT and IR35, the tax system can feel like it’s written in a completely different language.
The risk of making a mistake, missing out on legitimate deductions, or falling foul of HMRC rules can create serious stress and uncertainty. And when questions or investigations pop up, it’s just you facing them, without the backup most employees take for granted.
We help simplify it
We provide clear, straightforward support to help you make sense of the rules and protect yourself through:
- Tax helplines
- Webinars about regulations and compliance
- Advice (tailored to the self-employed)
- Tax investigation cover for professional/legal fees
- Discounts on recommended accountants
- Specialist IR35 guidance and contract reviews
With IPSE, you don't need to speak the language of tax fluently, you just need the right translator
Become a member
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Self-employment comes with enormous rewards - but it has its fair share of challenges too. That's where we come in. Whether it's demystifying tax or finding your next client, we're here to help.
How our benefits help you solve this problem
Tax helpline
Make an unlimited number of calls to our tax helpline for near-immediate answers to your most burning tax questions.
Tax and VAT investigation cover
Freelancer membership: Cover up to £50k
Umbrella membership: Cover up to £50k
Director membership: Cover up to £100k
If your tax affairs are investigated by HMRC, we’ll provide you with a specialist to represent you in all HMRC compliance checks, and financial cover for professional/legal fees.
Discounted accountancy
Access exclusive discounts on trusted accountancy services from our partners and marketplace.
Tax webinars
Our events and webinars are designed to keep you informed on the latest requirements and regulations, helping you stay compliant when it comes to tax.
Tax advice & guidance
Guides, advice, and tips created by experts to help you build your knowledge around tax and stay informed.
People facing this challenge usually go for...
Most suitable for you if
You run your business as a Limited company.
*minimum annual subscription
Benefits include:
- Tax and legal helplines
- IPSE Offers
- Unlimited co-working
- Business Hub
- Events, networking & training
- Member directory
- Campaigning
- Advice and guidance
- Discounted contract review
- 1-2-1 Success Sessions
- Illness and injury cover up to £2,000
- Jury service cover up to £5,000 per claim
- Tax & VAT investigation cover of legal fees up to £100k, £500 per day for loss of earnings up to £1,500
- Managed service company cover
- Contract failure cover up to £1,000
- Tax pre-dispute cover
- End client or agency failure cover up to £10k for loss of earnings
Most suitable for you if
You provide your services or products as a sole trader or freelancer.
*minimum annual subscription
Benefits include:
- Tax and legal helplines
- IPSE Offers
- Unlimited co-working
- Business Hub
- Events, networking & training
- Member directory
- Campaigning
- Advice and guidance
- Discounted contract review
- 1-2-1 Success Sessions
- Illness and injury cover up to £1,500
- Jury service cover up to £2,500 per claim
- Tax & VAT investigation cover of legal fees up to £50k, £250 per day for loss of earnings up to £750
- Managed service company cover
- Contract failure cover up to £1,000
Most suitable for you if
You provide your services via an umbrella company.
*minimum annual subscription
Benefits include:
- Tax and legal helplines
- IPSE Offers
- Unlimited co-working
- Business Hub
- Events, networking & training
- Member directory
- Campaigning
- Advice and guidance
- Discounted contract review
- 1-2-1 Success Sessions
- Jury service cover up to £2,500 per claim
- Tax & VAT investigation cover of legal fees up to £50k
- Run-off IR35 enquiry cover for legal fees up to £25k
- Umbrella default cover up to £3,000
Explore all memberships
Our member engagement representatives are happy to help! Book a call to chat with one of them today.
Further tax support
In this webinar, Danny Batey, Senior Consultant at Markel Tax explains all you need to know about self-employed tax status.
We walk you through key steps to get organised, meet deadlines, and plan effectively for a smoother tax year-end.
This comprehensive session is designed for business owners looking to optimise their earnings and navigate the complexities of tax law with confidence.
