When should I register my new business with HMRC?

HMRC guidelines have changed for registering your business with them. Previously you had three months to register before being subject to a penalty for not registering within this time but now HMRC ask you to register as soon as possible or by 5 October in your business's second tax year. You will not receive a penalty as long as you submit your tax return and pay any tax due by the due date.

Are you a sole trader?

From April 2015 your liability to pay Class 2 National Insurance Contributions (NICs) as a sole trader or self-employer person will be assessed annually when you submit your self assessment tax return. Payment will be made at the same time as your payment for tax and Class 4 NICs.

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