Freelance posts

Becoming a freelancer is an exciting adventure – arm yourself with all the advice, answers and jargon you'll need with these relevant blog posts from fellow freelancers and self-employment experts.

26 September 24
4 minute read

Pensions, a self-employed secret weapon

Pensions are a confusing area and not everyone knows what they are or how they work. We've covered the essentials to help you get more bang for your buck.

13 September 24
6 minute read

A guide to National Insurance for the self-employed

Freelancers and the self-employed pay their National Insurance contributions a little differently to people employed by a company. Read our guide to the ins and outs of how National Insurance works for the self-employed.

21 August 24
3 minute read

Five tips to get your side hustle started

If you’re building up the courage to start your own business or side hustle, here are five tips to get you started.

20 August 24
5 minute read

The pros and cons of self-employment

Considering self-employment? Superscript shares the benefits and disadvantages of working for yourself.

11 January 24
13 minute read

A guide to going self-employed

Going self-employed can seem like a huge step to take if you've always been an employee. In this guide, we run through all you need to know.

25 August 23
7 minute read

A guide to jury service for the self-employed

If you've been called to sit on a jury, you'll probably have a lot of questions. Here, we answer some common queries about jury service while you’re self-employed, including what expenses you can claim and whether insurance will cover lost income.

01 November 22
3 minute read

6 common mistakes when completing a tax return

Need to file a Self Assessment tax return? Here are some of the most common mistakes people make – and what you can do to set them right.