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Welcome to our insurance blog

We aim to demystify business insurance for you and highlight how it can benefit your freelance business

Our articles cover topics including taxes, invoicing, overcoming late payments, managing clients, marketing your services, identifying the difference between each insurance policies.

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Contract works insurance explained

Many business owners have limited understanding of exactly w...

Written by Phil Ainley
June 28, 2022

State of the self-employed sector in 2022, self-employed statistics in the UK

In 2018 we wrote an article covering the astounding growth o...

Written by Phil Ainley
June 21, 2022

Key differences between labour-only subcontractors (LOSCs) and bona-fide subcontractors (BFSCs) and how it affects your insurance

When you run your own business, you cannot be too carefu...

Written by Phil Ainley
June 17, 2022

What insurance does a tradesman need?

Discover the instance when as a trades professional you coul...

Written by Phil Ainley
June 17, 2022

How to hire an apprentice

Hiring an apprentice can be an exciting time for any gro...

Written by Phil Ainley
June 7, 2022

How to market your small business effectively

When setting up a small business, getting your brand out...

Written by Phil Ainley
June 7, 2022

How to protect your small business

Setting up a business is no small feat ‒ it takes time...

Written by Phil Ainley
June 7, 2022

The Rise (and hidden downfalls) of Side Hustlers

The phenomenon of the ‘side hustle’ has experienced a mo...

Written by Phil Ainley
May 24, 2022

Accident books: what they are and when you need one

Accidents can happen in almost any job, from the safest of d...

Written by Katherine Ducie
May 12, 2022

What is the recruitment process?

There comes a time for almost any small business when you ne...

Written by Katherine Ducie
May 4, 2022

Driving a van for work: rules and regulations

Lots of people in the UK rely on a van for work, particularl...

Written by Katherine Ducie
April 29, 2022

Increasing demand for contractors as employers turn to flexible professionals due to skills shortages

According to the Latest Recruitment Trends Snapshot report f...

Written by Phil Ainley
April 25, 2022

2022 Spring Statement Summary

Beginning slightly later than billed at 12:45pm, 23 March 20...

Written by Phil Ainley
March 24, 2022

How cyber insurance can help protect small businesses from cyber crime

The way we all handle and process data has evolved significa...

Written by Phil Ainley
March 15, 2022

Examples of potential insurance claims against Accountants

When the financial climate is tough, either due to recession...

Written by Phil Ainley
February 23, 2022

Grants for small businesses

With hundreds of grants available to help small businesses a...

Written by Katherine Ducie
February 3, 2022

Manual handling risks – a guide for tradespeople

Each occupation comes with its own set of risks and dangers,...

Written by Phil Ainley
January 31, 2022

Self-employed to benefit from Self Assessment deadline changes for 2020/21

The Self Assessment tax return deadline is approaching, and ...

Written by Phil Ainley
January 18, 2022

Professional Indemnity Insurance explained for freelance professionals and contractors

Let us take you through the terminology and what all of it m...

Written by Phil Ainley
December 16, 2021

A guide to the key differences between professional indemnity insurance, public liability insurance and employers’ liability insurance

If you are considering a business insurance policy for yours...

Written by Phil Ainley
December 8, 2021

Self-employed urged to be vigilant in the wake of increasing tax-related scams leading up to the 2022 self-assessment deadline

With the January 2022 self-assessment date fast approaching,...

Written by Phil Ainley
November 29, 2021

What business risks do I need to be aware of if I am self-employed?

To many, the lure of working for yourself is too great to ig...

Written by Phil Ainley
September 30, 2021

What is the most common cause of accidents at work?

It’s imperative that staff feel safe in the workplace but ...

Written by Phil Ainley
September 27, 2021

How to secure your work van

Many workers rely on a van, from window cleaners and plumber...

Written by Phil Ainley
September 21, 2021

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