Going self-employed - Through the Gate

Going self-employed...

Working for yourself

If you start working for yourself, you’re classed as a sole trader. This means you’re self-employed - even if you haven’t yet told HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

Register for Self Assessment

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Construction Industry Scheme

If you are going to be a sub-contractor under the Construction Industry Scheme you will need to register separately from registering for a UTR number

Working in the Construction Industry

The Tax Academy™ Guide. First published in April 2019 issue of Inside Time.

Registering for Self Assessment

Watch this video to find out more about registering for Self Assessment

Your self-employed tax return

Watch this video to find out more about how to tell HMRC about your income if you’re self-employed

Claiming motoring expenses if you're self-employed

Watch this video to find out more about motoring expenses on your tax return – flat rate and actual cost methods

Making Tax Digital for Business

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Tax Facts - Construction Industry Scheme

Watch this video to find out more about the Construction Industry Scheme?