The past couple of years have been growing steadily tougher to cope with financially, and the majority of people have dipped into their financial reserves. Unfortunately, some have depleted them. […] more»
According to the Pensions Advisory Service, fewer than a third of self-employed people in the UK contribute to a personal pension. When it comes to saving for your retirement, the sooner you start the better. more»
The government is to launch new trials targeted at helping self-employed people make regular contributions to long-term savings. more»
Whether your business is 30 days or 30 years old, it's not too early to start making preparations for your retirement. Just remember to be realistic can your business keep you fed and watered? more»
Research from over 50s life insurance challenger brand FiftyLife, shows that money careers and material things came a distant second to relationships, family and health. more»
Of the 4.8 million self-employed Brits, 45% between the ages of 35 and 55 don't have a private pension. In comparison, only 16% of employees are in the same situation. more»
With the new tax year in full swing, chief FreeAgent accountant, Emily Coltman, explains the most important tax changes for this coming 2018/19 tax year you need to know about if you run a small business. more»
The Treasury has announced it will push back the abolition of Class 2 NICs for a further year, as tax campaigners welcomed the breathing space? offered to the UK's low-earning self-employed until April 2019. more»
Support for older generations of workers is becoming more and more vital. Aviva's study found that after the age of 50, a positive workplace culture? became the most important factor for staff. more»
Most small business owners are too busy working for their business to spend time working on their business. Here are five financial planning tips for small company owners. more»
