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Guides

Plain-English financial guides written for the UK film industry. No jargon, no waffle — just what you need to know.

Investing

ISA Guide for Freelancers

£20,000 a year growing completely tax-free. Here's what an ISA is, which type suits you, and why it should be the first place your savings go.

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Planning

The Money Hierarchy

Not sure what to do with your next pound? This ranked priority order eliminates the most expensive mistakes freelancers make.

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Investing

Investing Basics

Never invested before? Plain-English guide to index funds, compound growth, ISAs, and how to start building wealth on a freelance income.

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Savings

Best Savings Accounts

Which account for your emergency fund, tax pot, and buffer? A practical guide to making your money work harder without touching it.

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Debt

Managing Debt

Debt is one part magic and one part evil. Here's how to clear it fast, avoid the traps, and stop using it to bridge quiet periods.

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Tax

Tax for Film Freelancers

A plain-English breakdown of how income tax and National Insurance works when you're self-employed in the film industry.

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Expenses

Expenses & Allowances

What can you actually claim? Equipment, travel, clothing, home office — a practical guide to what HMRC allows.

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Getting Started

Sole Trader Basics

New to self-employment? Everything you need to know about registering with HMRC, Self Assessment, and staying compliant.

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Pensions

Pensions on Irregular Income

You don't need a regular salary to build a pension. Here's how to contribute sensibly when your income varies month to month.

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VAT

VAT — Do You Need It?

When do you have to register for VAT, and could voluntary registration actually save you money?

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