What is a sole trader?

What is a sole trader?

A sole trader is an individual who trades on his/her own on a self-employed basis. If you start working for yourself as a sole trader, you will own and run your business as an individual and will keep all the business’ profits after taxes. A sole trader is: liable to...
What is a profit and loss account?

What is a profit and loss account?

Ok, your accountant has just sent you your profit and loss for the year, but what is a profit and loss account and what do the figures actually mean? Simply put, a profit and loss account statement details how much money your business has made or lost over a period of...