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Want to know what interest you can charge on late payments when working as a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner? This article explains what the rules are, and a few ways to get your money from difficult clients. Get paid what you’re owed!

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We’ve all done it, yet most freelancers will have regretted it at some stage. Here's a few who have had enough of being asked to work for free.

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We've put together this guide to help you make a claim on the government's Self-Employment Income Support Scheme aimed at sole traders and partnerships.

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There have been a number of important changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJSR Furlough). Our guide explains what's changing and how to claim.

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The government have announced the Job Support Scheme to protect viable jobs in businesses who face lower demand over the winter months due to COVID-19.

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You've pitched, landed the job, delivered your work...and now it's time to get your money. But how do you do that? Here's how.

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Breaking down four of the main late payment excuses you will hear when running your own business, and what you can say and do to overcome them.

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Want to know what interest you can charge on late payments when working as a freelancer, contractor, or small business owner? This article explains what the rules are, and a few ways to get your money from difficult clients. Get paid what you’re owed!

Grants, loans and freebies: financial help for your business
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A handy side-effect of the entrepreneurial zeal sweeping the country is that there are now many schemes in place specifically to help small businesses.

How do you chase an unpaid invoice?
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Late payments can cost you business. Here's a few ways to chase an unpaid invoice without chasing your client away.

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Understanding and managing your cash flow is a vital part of running a successful business. Here are some helpful tips, plus a handy Cash Flow Forecaster.

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Spending hours feeling angry or annoyed or stressed is damaging to your health. Wouldn’t your time be better spent working with a supportive client?

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How much should I charge is one of the first questions freelancers ask themselves. We explain how to calculate your day rate.

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A new survey which reveals how much UX freelancers can expect to get paid in the industry.

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What is the best way to account for money you have raised through Crowdfunding? We look at the best ways to account for this type of investment.

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There are several clauses you need to include in contract negotiations, including a kill fee. We take a look at what they are and what you need to know.

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