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The paperwork side of the trade, in plain English.
Short guides to invoicing, quoting and getting paid as a UK sole trader or small firm. Checked against gov.uk and dated, so you know they're current.
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What must be on an invoice in the UK?
What a UK invoice must show for sole traders and limited companies, full and simplified VAT invoices, invoice numbering, dates, payment terms and bank details.
7 min read
Do tradespeople have to charge VAT?
When UK trades must register for VAT: the £90,000 threshold, voluntary registration, the 20%, 5% and 0% rates, and the construction reverse charge.
7 min read
Should you take a deposit, and how much?
When to take a deposit, how much to ask for, the 14-day cancellation rules for work agreed in a customer's home, and what to put on the quote.
7 min read
How do you chase an unpaid invoice?
How to chase an unpaid invoice step by step: reminder timings, statutory interest and £40 to £100 compensation for business debts, and small claims.
7 min read
Quote or estimate: what's the difference?
A quote is a fixed price once accepted, an estimate is your best guess. What to put on each, how long a quote stays valid, and how to handle extra work.
6 min read
How do you price a job as a tradesperson?
Price a job from your real costs: a day rate, materials markup, call-out, travel and contingency, then VAT if you're registered. With a worked example.
6 min read
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