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Set up as a sole trader: step by step

Intellectual Property Office

November 5
11:12 2024

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What you need to do to register as a sole trader, plan for your tax bill and get help and support.

  1. Step 1 Check if being a sole trader is right for you

  2. Step 2 Choose your business name

  3. Step 3 Check what records you need to keep

    When you start trading you must keep records. This will help you work out your profit or loss for your tax return.

    1. Find out what business records you need to keep
  4. Step 4 Register as a sole trader

  5. Step 5 Check what taxes may apply to you

  6. Step 6 Plan for your tax bill

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