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UK households with female freelancers should be earning up to 43% more finds study
It's a common misconception that the gender pay gap disappears when you set your own rates. Sadly, that's not the case. Even in the freelance world, women often earn less than men for the same work. This isn't about individual choices;…
Credit score myths busted: how to best manage your credit score as a freelancer
Research from YouGov has found that 17% of adults in the UK are rejected credit products. However, the primary cause for this is most likely a lack of knowledge regarding credit and how to manage it. Through the spread of misinformation,…
Awful April: why freelancers need to earn and save more this March
HL analysis shows how much price rises this April could impact your finances. Here's how much you'll need to save or earn to help make ends meet
“April is going to be every bit as awful as you’d expect this year, with the usual range of…
Maximise your house sale: beat the taxman
Selling a house? Keep more of your money with these tax-saving tips for your next home purchase
Here’s the scenario: You’ve sold your primary residence and are holding the proceeds/equity you earned (often a substantial sum between…
Why some freelancers get sick less and have more money in the bank
Ill health is crippling financial resilience across the UK's economy. But advice and wisdom from a financial expert and a well-rounded 91-year-old entrepreneur offer a solution to this growing problem
New figures paint a concerning…
Tax burden on freelancers to worsen: here are 17 ways to save on your tax bills to earn more
The UK's tax burden for freelancers and the self-employed is undeniably high. As Sarah Coles, Head of Personal Finance at Hargreaves Lansdown, points out, "More of us are taxpayers now, and more pay tax at higher rates. A significant…
Divorce Day: Self-employed at higher risk this January
The festive season is over, and while many are looking forward to a fresh start, January unfortunately brings a surge in divorce enquiries known as "Divorce Day."
In this article, we explain what Divorce Day is, why it happens to fall…
This freelancer’s most costly mistake became the impetus for her award-winning business
Katherine Steiner-Dicks speaks with Sophia Lan, former freelancer, financial coach and startup founder, to learn how one of her biggest mistakes ended up as the inspiration behind her award-winning business. Now she's helping freelancers…
Marriage and life spans: it’s time to talk about money
A personal finance expert highlights some alarming trends when it comes to money and marriage. Are you in a position to preserve financial security for not just yourself but your loved ones and children?
Whether you're in a marriage,…
5 Lesser-Known ISA Tax Breaks for UK Freelancers and High Earners
While many know about the basic tax benefits of Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), several lesser-known ISA tax breaks can be especially valuable for UK freelancers and high earners, according to a report by Hargreaves Lansdown. This…