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Startup companies
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

From Classroom to CEO: Helping School Leavers Launch Their Own Ventures

Young entrepreneurs need resilience, clear goals, self-motivation, business and financial skills, and control to build secure, independent, and potentially lucrative careers.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

'Gloomy picture' for labour market - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The labour market continues to present a gloomy picture. While not as bad as some have feared, most of the important indicators are negative. Employment and vacancies are slightly down, inactivity remains a problem, and unemployment is up again. One particular issue is entirely predictable. The hike in employer national insurance contributions, plus the Employment Rights Bill threatening to bring in unfair dismissal from day one and the clampdown on zero hours contracts, all mean that employers are extremely wary of taking on untried
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

What are National Insurance and income tax and what could change in the Budget?

Potential Budget measures could freeze or change income tax and National Insurance thresholds and rates, altering liabilities for employees, self-employed people, and employers.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

IR35: Conservative Party pledge to reform off-payroll rules gets lacklustre response | Computer Weekly

Andrew Griffith pledged to reconsider IR35 reform to better support the self-employed, but contracting market stakeholders reacted lukewarmly.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 weeks ago

Fundraiser launched to support Drag Race UK star after meningitis diagnosis

As a self-employed artist, Ginny doesn't receive sick pay and will not be able to earn anything over this time (if you don't do the gig, you don't get paid). This is already a challenging time to be an artist - gigs are less frequent and funding is scarce. Ginny is a working-class disabled queer artist with no financial support to fall back on - and the worry about how to cover their mortgage & bills during this time is real.
Fundraising
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Meet the Americans in their 80s who can't get hired and are starting businesses instead

Many Americans aged 80 and older are self-employed to earn enough to cover expenses and maintain purpose.
Business
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Entrepreneurs can make up to 70% more than paid employees per year, but there's high inequality among the self-employed | Fortune

Entrepreneurs start with lower incomes but surpass employees by age 30 and earn substantially more by career stage, with high inequality concentrated among top earners.
Startup companies
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

These Gen X job seekers are sick of the job hunt - and building businesses instead

Many Gen Xers are turning to self-employment after job losses or stagnant job searches, with 12% of ages 44–59 self-employed in 2024.
Business
fromfinancebuzz.com
1 month ago

9 Helpful Tax Deductions You Can Legally Claim Without Having Receipts

Several common tax deductions can be claimed using alternative financial documents instead of receipts, including home office and business-related phone expenses.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

I've Noticed an Annoying New Trend When It Comes to Client Meetings. It's Got to Stop.

Clients increasingly cancel, no-show, and request last-minute reschedules, treating professional appointments casually and causing financial and scheduling strain for self-employed coaches.
fromMoney Digest
1 month ago

The Deduction That Could Increase Your Risk Of An IRS Audit - Money Digest

Audits from the IRS are no picnic. The Internal Revenue Service has a job to do, and that often involves targeting people they think are gaming the system for a more intensive inspection. The IRS can ask for clarification, adjust your tax filing for you (and allow you to either accept the changes or show proof that you had the correct figures to begin with), or go all in with an audit of your finances. They are rare, but the IRS is more likely to audit taxpayers whose returns have certain red flags.
Law
Real estate
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Eoin McGee answers: 'I'm a struggling single mum about to receive an inheritance of 150k. How do I make the most of it for me and my three children?'

County council tenant expects a €150,000 inheritance despite previously never holding more than €10,000; currently self-employed and barely covering expenses.
Health
fromAll Singles And Married
2 months ago

Affordable Health Insurance for Self-Employed Individuals: Your Guide to Smart Coverage

Self-employed individuals have flexibility in choosing health insurance but must navigate options without employer-sponsored plans.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Self-employed Britons face fines of up to 900 under new HMRC quarterly tax rules

Self-employed workers and landlords earning over £50,000 a year will face fines of up to £900 if they miss new quarterly tax deadlines under HMRC's Making Tax Digital reforms.
US politics
Business
fromFortune
2 months ago

Why America's jobs data may be getting it wrong

Rising business formation rates since COVID-19 are not captured by traditional job growth statistics, which misrepresent the employment landscape.
#freelancing
fromCNET
2 months ago
Venture

How to Succeed as a Freelancer and Turn a Side Hustle into a Full-Time Career

fromCNET
2 months ago
Venture

How to Succeed as a Freelancer and Turn a Side Hustle into a Full-Time Career

fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

After years in a big city, we moved to a small town in Arkansas. Now, we've built a community and careers we love.

COVID-19 forced a shift in career considerations, leading to a move from Washington, DC to a self-employment friendly town in Arkansas, inspiring a new restaurant venture.
E-Commerce
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Starting A Law Firm Can Have Negative Career Consequences - Above the Law

Opening a law firm can limit future career opportunities due to ongoing client responsibilities.
E-Commerce
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

How bank statement loans work: 2025 guide for America's 10 million self-employed borrowers

Bank Statement Loans provide clarity on sustainable earnings for self-employed borrowers, addressing income underreporting by traditional methods.
fromInvestopedia
3 months ago

Is Your Nomadic Lifestyle Costing You More in Taxes Than You Think?

A major mistake is failing to track which states or countries they spend time in. This can unintentionally create tax residency in multiple jurisdictions.
Digital life
France politics
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

5 things you need to think about before setting up a business in France

Starting a business in France requires careful consideration of visa requirements and sector regulations, especially for non-EU citizens.
Startup companies
fromForbes
4 months ago

How To Go From Corporate Job To Six-Figure Solopreneur

Solopreneurship is rapidly growing, with many professionals achieving six-figure incomes by leveraging their corporate skills.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

Logan Finance launches non-QM product suite

Every day, mortgage brokers and mortgage lenders encounter talented entrepreneurs, successful investors, and international buyers who deserve homeownership but can't check the conventional boxes.
Startup companies
Retirement
fromFast Company
4 months ago

How to think about retirement if you don't have a traditional full-time job

Self-employed individuals face unique challenges in retirement planning due to irregular income and lack of traditional benefits.
Bootstrapping
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

Mortgage Tips for Self-Employed Homebuyers: Secure Your Dream Home Without the Hassle

Gig workers face challenges when applying for mortgages compared to W-2 employees, but with proper documentation, homeownership is achievable.
Madrid food
fromwww.thelocal.es
5 months ago

Inside Spain: Rise of the foreign autonomo and the fight against tourismphobia

Foreign self-employed workers are crucial to Spain's economy, with their numbers significantly rising despite challenges.
Spain's population growth is primarily due to an influx of foreigners, highlighting a demographic shift.
Startup companies
fromAol
5 months ago

From Their Cubicles to the Airport: Gen Z Entrepreneurs Are Starting Businesses for More Travel Opportunities

Gen Z entrepreneurs prioritize work-life balance, changing traditional job expectations in favor of flexibility and personal freedom.
European startups
fromNews
5 months ago

Business lobby: Scrapping tax break for remote work will hit self-employed hardest

The removal of the home office deduction could increase tax burdens on small business owners and sole traders in Finland.
Startup companies
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Still some fuel in the tank': the perks and perils of launching a business after 60

Kari Johnston transitioned from nursing to starting her own decluttering business at 63, finding fulfillment and flexibility in her new venture.
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