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Making Tax Digital

Making Tax Digital for sole traders in the UK

Who is in scope, what digital records mean, quarterly updates, compatible software, and how sole traders can prepare without overcomplicating admin.

6 June 2026 9 min read
MTD deadlines

Making Tax Digital deadlines: 2026, 2027 and 2028

The key UK MTD threshold dates for sole traders and landlords, with practical preparation steps before each phase.

6 June 2026 7 min read
Digital records

Digital records for Making Tax Digital

What digital record keeping means in practice: invoices, expenses, categories, software, digital links, and accountant handoff.

6 June 2026 8 min read
WhatsApp invoicing

Do WhatsApp invoices count as digital records for MTD?

Where WhatsApp invoicing helps, where it does not, and why compatible software still matters for MTD submissions.

6 June 2026 7 min read
WhatsApp invoicing

How to send an invoice on WhatsApp

Five ways to send invoices on WhatsApp -- from manual PDFs to fully automated bots. Covers legal requirements, VAT, CIS, and getting paid faster.

22 May 2026 8 min read
Invoicing

How to invoice as a sole trader in the UK

What legally needs to be on an invoice, when to send it, common payment terms, and what to do if a customer does not pay.

22 May 2026 5 min read
Getting paid

Late payment rights for UK tradespeople

What you can legally do when a customer does not pay on time, including statutory interest, recovery compensation, and the steps to take.

22 May 2026 6 min read
Getting paid

How to chase unpaid invoices without losing the customer

A step-by-step timeline for chasing late payments. Polite reminders, formal notices, statutory interest, and when to escalate to small claims court.

22 May 2026 7 min read
Cashflow guide

Payment terms for tradespeople: how to set terms that get you paid

Deposits, staged payments, due dates, and what to do when clients push back. A practical guide to protecting your cashflow.

22 May 2026 6 min read
Invoicing basics

Quote vs invoice: what's the difference and when to use each

Quotes and invoices serve different purposes. Learn when to use each and how to convert a quote into an invoice.

22 May 2026 5 min read
VAT guide

VAT threshold for tradespeople: when do you need to register?

The UK VAT registration threshold is £90,000 for 2026/27. When you must register, voluntary registration, and how VAT affects your invoicing.

22 May 2026 5 min read
VAT guide

Reverse charge VAT in construction: a simple guide for subcontractors

The domestic reverse charge explained in plain English. When it applies, how to invoice correctly, and common mistakes to avoid.

22 May 2026 6 min read
Construction industry

CIS explained: what subcontractors need to know in 2026

A plain-English guide to the Construction Industry Scheme. Deduction rates, how to register, materials exemptions, and your tax return.

22 May 2026 6 min read
Tax guide

What expenses can tradespeople claim as a sole trader?

Tools, materials, vehicle costs, insurance, phone bills, and more. What you can and cannot claim on your tax return.

22 May 2026 6 min read